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.
“The card depicts Giovanni's Nidoran ♂ standing alert in a grassy landscape, its large ears perked up as it surveys its surroundings. The gentle hues of purple and green create a serene atmosphere, suggesting a moment of quiet vigilance. With its curious expression, Nidoran seems ready to spring into action at any moment, embodying the spirit of a young Pokémon exploring its world. This snapshot captures the essence of adventure and the innocence of a Pokémon in its natural habitat.”
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Double Kick
Flip 2 coins. This attack does 10 damage times the number of heads.
Retaliation
You can't use this attack unless Giovanni's Nidoran ♂ has 2 or more damage counters on it.
