Sachiko Adachi
Sachiko Adachi has been credited on Pokémon Trading Card Game cards since 2004, with artwork appearing through 2019. Across sets including Dragon Frontiers, Delta Species, and HS—Unleashed, Adachi’s illustrations favor lighthearted, cartoonish scenes with clear, simple compositions.
“In the scene depicted on the Tentacruel card, the Pokémon is gracefully poised in the water, its vibrant blue body contrasting with the gentle waves and the serene backdrop of a quaint coastal town. Tentacruel's long, flowing tentacles extend outward, suggesting a sense of fluidity and calmness in its aquatic environment. The illustration captures a moment of tranquility, inviting the viewer to appreciate the harmony between the creature and its surroundings. This snapshot reflects the essence of Tentacruel as a ch”
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.
Tentavolve
If Tentacruel evolved from Tentacool during this turn, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed and Poisoned.
Hyper Beam
Flip a coin. If heads, discard an Energy card attached to the Defending Pokémon.
