Kyoko Umemoto
Kyoko Umemoto has illustrated Pokémon TCG cards from 2002 to 2025, spanning eras from E-Card to Sword & Shield. The work leans cartoonish and playful, with balanced, clear compositions and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes that keep scenes lighthearted and readable.
“The card depicts Dhelmise, a Pokémon that appears to be a fusion of a ship's wheel and seaweed, set against a backdrop of swirling ocean waves. The colors are vibrant, with deep greens and blues that evoke a sense of the ocean's depth and mystery. Dhelmise seems to be in motion, as if it is navigating the currents of its underwater world, embodying both grace and power. This moment captures the essence of a creature that thrives in the ever-changing marine environment.”
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Giga Drain
Heal from this Pokémon the same amount of damage you did to your opponent's Active Pokémon.
Powerful Spin
This Pokémon can't attack during your next turn.
