Team Rocket’s Handiwork

Team Rocket’s Handiwork

Selected Masterpiece • 112/124
Artist Hitoshi Ariga
Market Price $0.97
Fates Collide XY 2016
The Illustrator

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.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Team Rocket's mischievous trio in a dimly lit alley, their expressions a mix of cunning and excitement as they plot their next scheme. With a backdrop of shadowy buildings, the atmosphere feels charged with anticipation and a hint of danger. Each character's pose conveys a sense of teamwork, as they prepare to execute their plan with precision. This snapshot captures the essence of their notorious antics in the Pokémon world.”

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 19, 2026.

Rarity Uncommon
Era
XY
Release
02/05/2016