Gengar

Gengar

Selected Masterpiece • 57/198
Artist Aya Kusube
Market Price $1.44
Chilling Reign Sword & Shield 2021
The Illustrator

Aya Kusube

Aya Kusube is credited on Pokémon Trading Card Game cards from 2001 to 2025, with artwork appearing across E-Card and later eras including EX and Sun & Moon. The work is marked by playful, whimsical illustration, balanced compositions, and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Gengar card captures a moment filled with mischief, showcasing the Pokémon's playful yet eerie nature. In a dimly lit space, Gengar's wide grin and vibrant tongue create a sense of intrigue, as if it's about to pull off a prank. The shadows around it add to the mysterious atmosphere, hinting at its ghostly origins. This scene invites the viewer to ponder the playful yet haunting essence of Gengar's character.”

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.

Card Type Psychic
Era
Sword & Shield
Release
18/06/2021

Pain Burst

10+

This attack does 40 more damage for each damage counter on your opponent's Active Pokémon.

Weakness
×2
Resistance
-30
Retreat Cost