Curatorial Commentary
The card features Purugly, a robust and confident Pokémon, standing in a lush, green landscape. Its stance conveys a sense of authority, as if it is surveying its territory with a watchful gaze. The background hints at a serene environment, contrasting with Purugly's bold demeanor. This scene encapsulates a moment of quiet strength, showcasing the character's blend of beauty and assertiveness.
Essay · Great Encounters
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Catalogue plate
№ 50/106
Composition
StyleAnimeIllustrationTraditional
MoodDynamicPlayful
CompositionCenteredSimple
PaletteNaturalSoftVibrant
Game mechanics
HP
90
Stage
Stage 1 · evolves from Glameow
Weakness
Fighting +20
Retreat
Swagger
20
Flip a coin. If heads, discard an Energy attached to the Defending Pokémon.
Fury Swipes
40×
Flip 3 coins. This attack does 40 damage times the number of heads.
Authorship
More from Ken Sugimori
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
Great Encounters, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Purugly
The Purugly canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
