Curatorial Commentary
The card depicts Poliwhirl nestled among tall, green reeds, creating a serene atmosphere reminiscent of a tranquil pond. Its round body and playful expression suggest a moment of curiosity, as if it’s observing something interesting just out of view. The gentle undulation of the spiral on its belly adds a sense of calm, making the scene feel both lively and soothing. This snapshot captures a brief yet enchanting glimpse into Poliwhirl's aquatic world.
Essay · Legends Awakened
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Catalogue plate
№ 115/146
Composition
StyleCartoonishWhimsical
MoodLightheartedPlayful
CompositionClearSimple
PalettePastelVibrant
Game mechanics
HP
80
Stage
Stage 1 · evolves from Poliwag
Weakness
Lightning +20
Retreat
Light Punch
20
Bubblebeam
40
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
Authorship
More from Sumiyoshi Kizuki
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
Legends Awakened, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Poliwhirl
The Poliwhirl canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
