Blaine’s Last Resort

by Ken Sugimori illustrated 2000 Gym Heroes

$1.86 Latest known market value January 18, 2026

Uncommon

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.

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Editorial & Data

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Curatorial Commentary

The card depicts Blaine, a character known for his fiery personality, standing confidently with a Poké Ball raised high, as flames swirl around him. This moment feels intense, capturing a sense of urgency and determination as he prepares to make a pivotal move. The vibrant colors and dynamic pose suggest a climactic moment in a battle, where every decision counts. It encapsulates the spirit of strategy and risk that defines the Pokémon world.

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Catalogue plate № 105/132

Identity

PokémonPecharunt

RarityUncommon

Authorship

IllustratorKen Sugimori

SetGym Heroes

Year2000

Plate №105/132

Composition

StyleCartoonishTraditional