Curatorial Commentary
The card depicts Torkoal, a coal Pokémon, basking under a bright blue sky. Its sturdy shell, adorned with a striking gem, contrasts with the wispy clouds that drift lazily above. The scene captures a moment of tranquility, as Torkoal seems to be at ease in its natural habitat, surrounded by the warmth of the sun. This snapshot invites a sense of calm, reflecting the simple yet profound existence of this Pokémon.
Essay · Flashfire
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Catalogue plate
№ 16/106
Composition
StyleCartoonishColorfulPlayful
MoodEnergeticLighthearted
CompositionBalancedSimple
PaletteSoftVibrantWarm
Game mechanics
HP
100
Stage
Basic
Weakness
Water ×2
Retreat
Live Coal
20
Flamethrower
80
Flip a coin. If tails, discard an Energy attached to this Pokémon.
Authorship
More from Akira Komayama
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
Flashfire, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Torkoal
The Torkoal canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
