Poliwag

Poliwag

Selected Masterpiece • 75/112
Artist Ken Sugimori
Market Price $9.36
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

“In this card, Poliwag is depicted joyfully swimming in a serene body of water, surrounded by lush greenery that hints at its natural habitat. The gentle ripples of the water reflect the sunlight, creating a tranquil atmosphere that captures a moment of carefree playfulness. Poliwag's big eyes and cheerful expression convey a sense of innocence and curiosity, inviting the viewer to share in its adventure. This snapshot of Poliwag's world feels both peaceful and vibrant, celebrating the simple joys of being a Pokémon”

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 Water
Release
01/09/2004

Spiral Attack

Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Confused.

Tail Whap

20
Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost