Inkay

Inkay

Selected Masterpiece • SV17/94
Market Price $1.6
Hidden Fates Shiny Vault Sun & Moon 2019
The Illustrator

Shigenori Negishi

Shigenori Negishi has contributed Pokémon TCG illustrations from 2011 to 2025, spanning series such as Sword & Shield, Sun & Moon, and XY. The work leans cartoonish and playful, with balanced, character-forward staging and vibrant, contrasting color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Inkay card depicts this small, squid-like Pokémon suspended in a serene moment, surrounded by a soft glow. Its large, expressive eyes seem to invite curiosity, while the gentle luminescence hints at its hypnotic abilities. The scene conveys a sense of calm, as if Inkay is in the midst of a quiet underwater world, ready to engage with its surroundings. This snapshot captures the essence of Inkay's character, blending playfulness with an air of mystery.”

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.

Card Type Psychic
Era
Sun & Moon
Release
23/08/2019

Hypnosis

Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Asleep.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost