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 Lt. Surge's Pikachu, a small, determined creature surrounded by crackling electricity. Its expression conveys a mix of focus and readiness, suggesting it is poised for action in the midst of a battle. The vibrant colors and dynamic pose emphasize its electric nature, making the scene feel alive with energy. This snapshot captures a moment of anticipation, as Pikachu prepares to unleash its power.”
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Charge
Take 1 Lightning Energy card from your discard pile and attach it to Lt. Surge's Pikachu.
Lightning Tail
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
