Curatorial Commentary
The Starly card captures a serene moment in nature, featuring the small bird perched comfortably on the ground. Its round body and bright eyes convey a sense of curiosity and innocence, while the lush greenery in the background suggests a peaceful habitat. The scene feels inviting, as if inviting the viewer to pause and appreciate the simple beauty of this little Pokémon. In this snapshot, Starly embodies the charm of the wild, reminding us of the quiet moments in nature.
Essay · Diamond & Pearl
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Catalogue plate
№ 101/130
Composition
StyleCartoonHuman ArtWhimsical
MoodCheerfulPlayful
CompositionFocusedSimple
PaletteNaturalSoftVibrant
Game mechanics
HP
50
Stage
Basic
Weakness
Lightning +10
Resistance
Fighting -20
Retreat
Gust
10
Quick Attack
10+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 damage plus 20 more damage.
Authorship
More from Ken Sugimori
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
Diamond & Pearl, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Starly
The Starly canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
