Curatorial Commentary
The Gligar card captures a moment of the Pokémon suspended in mid-air, its vibrant pink and blue colors contrasting against a soft, swirling background. This playful pose suggests a sense of agility and mischief, as Gligar appears ready to swoop down on its target. The illustration conveys a lighthearted atmosphere, inviting viewers into a whimsical part of its world. Overall, the scene feels lively and full of potential.
Essay · HS—Undaunted
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Catalogue plate
№ 49/90
Composition
StyleCartoonishPlayfulWhimsical
MoodCheerfulLighthearted
CompositionClearSimple
PalettePastelSoftVibrant
Game mechanics
HP
70
Stage
Basic
Weakness
Water ×2
Resistance
Lightning -20
Retreat
Stun Poison
20
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed and Poisoned.
Authorship
More from Naoki Saito
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
HS—Undaunted, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Gligar
The Gligar canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
