Omanyte

Omanyte

Selected Masterpiece • 52/62
Market Price $2.28
Fossil Base 1999
The Illustrator

Kagemaru Himeno

Kagemaru Himeno has been credited on Pokémon TCG art from 1999 to 2024, spanning 656 cards. Work appears across sets including Jungle, Team Rocket, and Black & White, with a craft built on playful, character-forward staging, balanced layouts, and vibrant, often pastel-leaning color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Omanyte card captures a serene moment in its prehistoric world, where the small, shelled creature peers curiously from behind lush greenery. Its gentle, inquisitive expression suggests a sense of wonder as it navigates its surroundings. The backdrop hints at a rocky landscape, evoking a feeling of ancient mysteries waiting to be discovered. This snapshot invites the viewer to appreciate the quiet beauty of a time long past.”

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.

Rarity Common
Card Type Water
Era
Base
Release
10/10/1999

Water Gun

10+

Does 10 damage plus 10 more damage for each Water Energy attached to Omanyte but not used to pay for this attack's Energy cost. You can't add more than 20 damage in this way.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost