Giovanni’s Pinsir

Giovanni’s Pinsir

Selected Masterpiece • 24/132
Artist Ken Sugimori
Market Price $16.81
Gym Challenge Gym 2000
The Illustrator

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.

Curatorial Commentary

“Giovanni's Pinsir is depicted in a moment of quiet intensity, clinging to a branch with its formidable pincers poised for action. The surrounding foliage hints at a lush, vibrant environment, creating a sense of anticipation as it prepares for its next move. The earthy tones of its body blend seamlessly with the natural setting, emphasizing its role as a creature of both strength and stealth. This snapshot captures the essence of Pinsir's character, highlighting its readiness and connection to the wild.”

Editorial & Data

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Rarity Rare
Card Type Grass
Era
Gym
Release
16/10/2000

Snapping Pincers

10+

Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 damage plus 10 more damage; if tails, this attack does 10 damage.

Overhead Toss

40

If you have any Benched Pokémon, flip a coin. If tails, choose 1 of your Benched Pokémon. This attack does 20 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost