Slowpoke

Slowpoke

Selected Masterpiece • 70/95
Market Price $0.49
Call of Legends HeartGold & SoulSilver 2011
The Illustrator

Sumiyoshi Kizuki

Sumiyoshi Kizuki has been credited on Pokémon TCG illustrations from 1999 to 2023, spanning sets such as Team Rocket, Skyridge, and Legends Awakened. The work favors cartoonish, playful staging with clear, balanced compositions and vibrant-to-pastel color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Slowpoke card captures a moment of relaxed playfulness, showcasing the Pokémon in a quaint, rocky environment. With its cheerful expression and slightly awkward stance, Slowpoke seems to embody a carefree spirit, as if it has just stumbled upon something amusing. The muted colors and simple background lend a sense of calm to the scene, inviting viewers to share in its lightheartedness. It's a snapshot that reflects the charm of Slowpoke's easygoing nature.”

Editorial & Data

Published by Artchu Editorial. Card facts are based on structured reference data and Artchu enrichment. Visual commentary is AI-assisted and human-reviewed. Visual ranking reflects Artchu’s internal art_score methodology. Market data reflects the latest source shown on the page. Data refreshed: January 17, 2026.

Rarity Common
Card Type Water
Era
HeartGold & SoulSilver
Release
09/02/2011

Whismy Tackle

20

Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost