Ken Sugimori
Ken Sugimori is credited on more than 1,100 Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2022, spanning sets such as Base, Gym Heroes, and Neo Genesis. The work favors clear, character-forward staging, playful moods, and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes with balanced, simple compositions.
“Blaine's Ponyta stands in a vibrant field, its mane and tail ablaze with flickering flames that dance in the gentle breeze. The backdrop of lush green grass and a clear blue sky creates a serene atmosphere, contrasting beautifully with the fiery energy of the Pokémon. This moment captures Ponyta's spirited nature, embodying both grace and power. It feels like a quiet yet dynamic snapshot of a creature at home in its world.”
Editorial & Data
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Hind Kick
If you have any Benched Pokémon, flip a coin. If heads, switch Blaine's Ponyta with 1 of your Benched Pokémon.
