Hajime Kusajima
Hajime Kusajima is credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2018, spanning E-Card and EX-era releases. The work favors vibrant, contrasting color with playful, energetic moods, using balanced, character-forward compositions that keep action clear and readable.
“The Cradily card captures a moment in a vibrant underwater world, showcasing the Pokémon's unique form amidst swirling colors and textures. Its tentacle-like appendages gently sway as if caught in a soft current, embodying a sense of calm and fluidity. The illustration invites viewers to imagine the serene environment where Cradily thrives, with hints of sunlight filtering through the water. This snapshot reflects a harmonious existence within its aquatic habitat.”
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.
Devolution Wave
Count the number of React Energy cards attached to Cradily and choose up to that number of your opponent's Evolved Pokémon. Remove the highest Stage Evolution card from each of those Pokémon, then have your opponent shuffle those cards into his or her deck.
Linear Attack
Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 30 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
