Curatorial Commentary
The card depicts Staryu resting in a serene body of water, its vibrant star-shaped body contrasting beautifully with the calm surroundings. A stone archway in the background hints at a hidden world, while lush greenery frames the scene, creating a sense of tranquility. Staryu seems to embody the essence of its aquatic habitat, appearing both curious and at ease. This snapshot captures a quiet moment in nature, inviting the viewer to appreciate the simplicity of the Pokémon's existence.
Essay · Delta Species
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Catalogue plate
№ 84/113
Composition
StyleIllustrationTraditional
MoodCalmNeutral
CompositionClearSimple
PaletteNaturalSoft
Game mechanics
HP
50
Stage
Basic
Weakness
Lightning ×2
Retreat
Tackle
10
Spinning Attack
20
Authorship
More from Midori Harada
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
Delta Species, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Staryu
The Staryu canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.