Sanosuke Sakuma
Sanosuke Sakuma has illustrated Pokémon TCG cards from 2013 to 2025, spanning series such as Sword & Shield, Sun & Moon, and XY. The work favors vibrant, playful color with balanced, character-forward compositions that keep action readable and light.
“The Grumpig card captures a lively moment where the Pokémon seems to be performing on stage, surrounded by an enthusiastic crowd. With its playful pose and expressive features, Grumpig embodies a sense of joy and confidence, as if it is enjoying the spotlight. The vibrant background adds to the energetic atmosphere, making it feel like a celebration of its unique abilities. This scene invites viewers to appreciate the charm and charisma of Grumpig in its element.”
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.
Head Walking
Put a Basic Pokémon from your opponent's discard pile onto his or her Bench. Then, put 3 damage counters on that Pokémon.
Knock Back
Your opponent switches his or her Active Pokémon with 1 of his or her Benched Pokémon.
