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 Rocket's Trap card captures a tense moment in the world of Pokémon, featuring members of Team Rocket in a shadowy setting. With a focused expression, the character points decisively, suggesting a strategic move that hints at their mischievous intentions. The backdrop, filled with stars, adds an air of mystery, emphasizing the clandestine nature of their actions. This scene invites the viewer to consider the cunning and playful dynamics of battles in the Pokémon universe.”
Editorial & Data
Published by Artchu Editorial. Card facts are based on structured reference data and Artchu enrichment. Visual commentary is AI-assisted and human-reviewed. Visual ranking reflects Artchu’s internal art_score methodology. Market data reflects the latest source shown on the page. Data refreshed: January 16, 2026.
