Curatorial Commentary
The card depicts Spheal playfully floating in a serene body of water, surrounded by gentle waves and rocky formations. Its cheerful expression and vibrant colors evoke a sense of joy and tranquility, inviting viewers into its icy habitat. The soft ripples in the water add a calming rhythm to the scene, suggesting a peaceful moment in Spheal's day. This snapshot captures the essence of a carefree life in the wild.
Essay · Hidden Legends
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Catalogue plate
№ 74/101
Composition
StyleCartoonishWhimsical
MoodCheerfulPlayful
CompositionBalancedSimple
PaletteBrightPastel
Game mechanics
HP
40
Stage
Basic
Weakness
Metal ×2
Retreat
Freezing Breath
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed. If tails, the Defending Pokémon is now Asleep.
Authorship
More from Atsuko Nishida
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
Hidden Legends, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Spheal
The Spheal canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
