Barbaracle

Barbaracle

Selected Masterpiece • 107/196
Artist KEIICHIRO ITO
Market Price $0.2
Lost Origin Sword & Shield 2022
The Illustrator

KEIICHIRO ITO

KEIICHIRO ITO has been credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 2019 to 2025, with work spanning Sword & Shield and Scarlet & Violet, including appearances in sets such as Fusion Strike and Paradox Rift. The art leans colorful and energetic with focused, action-forward framing.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Barbaracle in a vibrant underwater scene, showcasing its unique form with multiple limbs extending outward. The Pokémon appears to be in a moment of action, perhaps directing its fellow Binacle as they work together in their aquatic environment. The shimmering blues and greens of the water enhance the sense of movement and life surrounding Barbaracle. This snapshot captures the essence of teamwork and the dynamic nature of the Pokémon's world.”

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 20, 2026.

Card Type Fighting
Era
Sword & Shield
Release
09/09/2022

Dynamic Chop

100
Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost