Articuno

Articuno

Selected Masterpiece • 32/113
Market Price $4.4
Legendary Treasures Black & White 2013
The Illustrator

Kagemaru Himeno

Kagemaru Himeno has been credited on Pokémon TCG art from 1999 to 2024, spanning 656 cards. Work appears across sets including Jungle, Team Rocket, and Black & White, with a craft built on playful, character-forward staging, balanced layouts, and vibrant, often pastel-leaning color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Articuno gliding gracefully above a modern city, its vibrant blue feathers shimmering in the sunlight. This moment captures the Pokémon's calm yet powerful presence as it navigates the urban landscape, embodying the essence of winter. Below, the buildings are mere spectators to its elegance, highlighting the contrast between the natural world and human creation. The scene evokes a sense of tranquility, showcasing Articuno in its element.”

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.

Card Type Water
Era
Black & White
Release
06/11/2013

Ice Beam

50

Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.

Ice Wing

80
Weakness
×2
Resistance
-20
Retreat Cost