Kyoko Umemoto
Kyoko Umemoto has illustrated Pokémon TCG cards from 2002 to 2025, spanning eras from E-Card to Sword & Shield. The work leans cartoonish and playful, with balanced, clear compositions and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes that keep scenes lighthearted and readable.
“The card depicts Ekans, a snake-like Pokémon, coiled in a colorful environment. The background features abstract shapes and vibrant colors, creating a dynamic setting. Ekans is shown in a poised position, with its head raised and mouth slightly open.”
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Poison Sting
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned.
