Here Comes Team Rocket!

Here Comes Team Rocket!

Selected Masterpiece • 15/25
Artist Ken Sugimori
Market Price $0.73
Celebrations: Classic Collection Sword & Shield 2021
The Illustrator

Ken Sugimori

Ken Sugimori is credited on more than 1,100 Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2022, spanning sets such as Base, Gym Heroes, and Neo Genesis. The work favors clear, character-forward staging, playful moods, and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes with balanced, simple compositions.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card 'Here Comes Team Rocket!' depicts the mischievous trio of Jesse, James, and Meowth, each character poised with a sense of purpose. Their expressions reflect a blend of determination and playful cunning, inviting viewers into their world of antics. The vibrant colors bring the scene to life, emphasizing the dynamic nature of their personalities. This moment captures the essence of their comedic villainy, suggesting that mischief is just around the corner.”

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 19, 2026.

Era
Sword & Shield
Release
08/10/2021