Magcargo

Magcargo

Selected Masterpiece • 22/196
Market Price $0.19
Lost Origin Sword & Shield 2022
The Illustrator

Pani Kobayashi

Pani Kobayashi has been credited on Pokémon TCG illustrations from 2019 to 2025, spanning Scarlet & Violet and Sword & Shield releases. The work leans cartoonish and whimsical, with balanced, character-forward staging and vibrant, often pastel-leaning color.

Curatorial Commentary

“In the artwork of Magcargo from the Lost Origin set, the Pokémon is depicted in a lush, verdant forest, surrounded by tall trees that create a serene atmosphere. Its vibrant, molten body contrasts with the cool greens of its environment, hinting at the warmth it carries within. The gentle glow of its shell suggests a quiet intensity, while the soft details of the foliage evoke a sense of tranquility. This moment captures Magcargo as a unique character, comfortably nestled in its natural 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 20, 2026.

Rarity Rare
Card Type Fire
Era
Sword & Shield
Release
09/09/2022

Flare

30

Lost Volcano

220

Put all Energy attached to this Pokémon in the Lost Zone.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost