Curatorial Commentary
The Steelix card captures a moment where this powerful Pokémon emerges from the shadows, its metallic body glistening in the faint light. The swirling dark background suggests an underground environment, emphasizing its ability to navigate through rocky terrain. Steelix appears both imposing and graceful, showcasing its strength and resilience. This scene invites the viewer to appreciate the mysterious world that lies beneath the surface.
Essay · Celestial Storm
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Catalogue plate
№ 89/168
Composition
StyleRealisticTraditional
MoodIntenseMysterious
CompositionDynamicFocused
PaletteCool ColorsDark Tones
Game mechanics
HP
190
Stage
Stage 1 · evolves from Onix
Weakness
Fire ×2
Resistance
Psychic -20
Retreat
Tackle
30
Tail Crush
80+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 40 more damage.
Authorship
More from Ken Sugimori
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
Celestial Storm, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Steelix
The Steelix canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
