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.
“The card depicts Team Magma's Mightyena standing confidently alongside its trainer in a rugged, mountainous landscape. The Mightyena, with its striking black and gray fur, exudes a sense of loyalty and readiness, while the trainer appears focused and determined. The scene captures a moment of camaraderie between the Pokémon and its trainer, suggesting a shared purpose in their adventure. This snapshot reflects the bond that can exist in the world of Pokémon, where every encounter can lead to new challenges.”
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 16, 2026.
Bite
Hostile Fang
If your opponent's Active Pokémon is a Team Aqua Pokémon, this attack does 40 more damage.
