Onix

Onix

Selected Masterpiece • 61/108
Artist Ken Sugimori
Market Price $0.59
Evolutions XY 2016
The Illustrator

Ken Sugimori

Ken Sugimori is credited on more than 1,100 Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2022, spanning sets such as Base, Gym Heroes, and Neo Genesis. The work favors clear, character-forward staging, playful moods, and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes with balanced, simple compositions.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Onix card captures a moment of this massive Rock Snake Pokémon as it emerges from the rocky terrain, its body a striking blend of gray and blue stones. The backdrop of cliffs and a clear sky enhances its imposing presence, suggesting a life spent navigating the earth's depths. Onix appears both powerful and serene, embodying the strength and resilience of nature. This snapshot invites the viewer to appreciate the quiet majesty of a creature that thrives in its rugged environment.”

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 17, 2026.

Rarity Common
Card Type Fighting
Era
XY
Release
02/11/2016

Harden

During your opponent's next turn, if this Pokémon would be damaged by an attack, prevent that attack's damage done to this Pokémon if that damage is 60 or less.

Rock Throw

40
Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost