Curatorial Commentary
The card features Marshtomp in a lively pose, seemingly mid-action as it playfully splashes through water. The soft blues and gentle sparkles create a serene atmosphere, highlighting the Pokémon's joyful nature. Its rounded features and bright expression suggest a sense of friendliness and curiosity, inviting viewers into its aquatic world. This moment captures the essence of Marshtomp as it navigates its environment with ease and delight.
Essay · Emerald
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Catalogue plate
№ 36/106
Composition
StyleCartoonishWhimsical
MoodLightheartedPlayful
CompositionCharacter FocusDynamic
PaletteSoftVibrant
Game mechanics
HP
70
Stage
Stage 1 · evolves from Mudkip
Weakness
Grass ×2
Retreat
Super Hypno Wave
10
The Defending Pokémon is now Asleep.
Surf
50
Authorship
More from Atsuko Nishida
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
Emerald, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Marshtomp
The Marshtomp canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
