Malamar

by Hideki Ishikawa illustrated 2019 Hidden Fates Shiny Vault

$1.99 Latest known market value January 16, 2026

Rare Shiny Psychic

The Illustrator

Hideki Ishikawa

Hideki Ishikawa has been credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 2016 to 2025, with work spanning Sword & Shield and Sun & Moon, including Fusion Strike and Cosmic Eclipse. The art leans anime-forward, vibrant, and character-focused, with balanced, action-ready framing.

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Editorial & Data

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Curatorial Commentary

The Malamar card captures the Pokémon in a moment of serene yet eerie beauty, its flowing tentacles gracefully unfurling in a soft, dreamlike environment. The colors blend harmoniously, with shades of purple and green that evoke a sense of mystery and intrigue. Malamar's gaze is both captivating and unsettling, hinting at its psychic abilities and the hypnotic nature of its presence. This snapshot invites viewers to ponder the depths of its world, where enchantment and danger coexist.

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Catalogue plate № SV18/94

Identity

PokémonMalamar

TypePsychic

RarityRare Shiny

StageStage 1

Authorship

IllustratorHideki Ishikawa

SetHidden Fates Shiny Vault

Year2019

Plate №SV18/94