Pikachu

Pikachu

Selected Masterpiece • 241/236
Artist Hitoshi Ariga
Market Price $124.68
Cosmic Eclipse Sun & Moon 2019
The Illustrator

Hitoshi Ariga

Hitoshi Ariga is credited on Pokémon Trading Card Game cards from 2013 to 2024, with artwork appearing across Sword & Shield, Sun & Moon, and XY. The work favors cartoonish, anime-leaning character design, energetic moods, and vibrant, contrasting color palettes.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card captures a warm moment between Pikachu and its trainer, set against the backdrop of a cozy library filled with books. Pikachu, with its bright eyes and cheerful expression, seems to be enjoying the interaction, embodying the bond shared between them. The trainer's smile reflects a sense of companionship, as they share a lighthearted moment amid the quiet surroundings. This scene evokes a feeling of comfort and joy, highlighting the simple yet profound connection between Pokémon and their trainers.”

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 Lightning
Era
Sun & Moon
Release
01/11/2019

Nuzzle

Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed.

Volt Tackle

70

This Pokémon does 10 damage to itself.

Weakness
×2
Resistance
-20
Retreat Cost