Rockruff

Rockruff

Selected Masterpiece • 73/145
Artist Naoki Saito
Market Price $0.26
Guardians Rising Sun & Moon 2017
The Illustrator

Naoki Saito

Naoki Saito has been credited on Pokémon TCG cards since 2010, with artwork appearing through 2025. Their illustrations span Black & White, XY, and Sun & Moon, and include Trainer cards. The work is marked by colorful, cartoonish character design, energetic moods, and balanced, dynamic compositions.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Rockruff card captures a lively moment as this playful Pokémon bounds joyfully across a rocky landscape. Its bright eyes and cheerful expression suggest a sense of adventure and curiosity, embodying the spirit of a young pup exploring its surroundings. The vibrant colors and dynamic pose create an atmosphere of excitement, inviting the viewer to share in Rockruff's playful energy. This scene encapsulates the innocence and enthusiasm of a young Pokémon in its natural habitat.”

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 Fighting
Era
Sun & Moon
Release
05/05/2017

Corner

The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.

Wild Kick

30

Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost