Naoyo Kimura
Naoyo Kimura has contributed Pokémon TCG illustrations from 2000 to 2025, spanning Aquapolis, Southern Islands, and Sword & Shield. The work leans playful and lighthearted, with balanced, character-focused staging and vibrant, softly watercolor-leaning color.
“The card showcases Persian in a poised stance, its sleek body and bright eyes capturing a moment of quiet alertness. The background hints at a serene environment, perhaps a sunlit room or an open space, where Persian seems to be surveying its surroundings. This scene evokes a sense of grace and vigilance, embodying the character's feline nature. Overall, it presents a snapshot of a world where elegance and awareness coexist.”
Editorial & Data
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Snap Tail
Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 30 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
