Mitsuhiro Arita
Mitsuhiro Arita has been credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2025, spanning more than 700 illustrations. Work appears across Base, Team Rocket, and Legendary Collection, balancing character-focused staging with energetic, colorful scenes and clear, action-forward framing.
“The Wailord card captures a moment of calm amidst the tumultuous ocean waves, showcasing the immense Pokémon partially submerged in the water. Its massive body contrasts against the vibrant blue of the sea, creating a sense of tranquility despite the surrounding movement. The scene feels serene, as if Wailord is at peace, resting in its aquatic domain. This snapshot invites the viewer to appreciate the gentle majesty of the ocean and the creature that calls it home.”
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Sink Deep
If Wailord has any damage counters on it, Wailord is now Asleep.