Curatorial Commentary
Misty's Gyarados emerges from the depths, its powerful form twisting through the water with a sense of urgency. The vibrant colors of the card capture the intensity of the moment, as if Gyarados is ready to unleash its formidable presence. The swirling waves around it hint at the chaos that follows in its wake, while the backdrop suggests a world teeming with life and energy. This scene encapsulates the raw power and unpredictability of Gyarados, making it a captivating snapshot of its aquatic realm.
Essay · Gym Challenge
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Catalogue plate
№ 13/132
Composition
StyleAnimeIllustrationTraditional
MoodDynamicIntense
CompositionActionCentral Focus
PaletteContrastingVibrant
Game mechanics
HP
100
Stage
Stage 1 · evolves from Misty's Magikarp
Weakness
Grass ×2
Resistance
Fighting -30
Retreat
Tidal Wave
70
Authorship
More from Ken Sugimori
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
Gym Challenge, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Gyarados
The Gyarados canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
