Ho-Oh

Ho-Oh

Selected Masterpiece • 160/214
Artist Aya Kusube
Market Price $1.78
Lost Thunder Sun & Moon 2018
The Illustrator

Aya Kusube

Aya Kusube is credited on Pokémon Trading Card Game cards from 2001 to 2025, with artwork appearing across E-Card and later eras including EX and Sun & Moon. The work is marked by playful, whimsical illustration, balanced compositions, and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Ho-Oh card from the Lost Thunder set captures the majestic Pokémon in mid-flight, its vibrant feathers radiating a spectrum of colors that evoke a sense of wonder. Set against a backdrop that hints at a serene sky, Ho-Oh seems to embody both grace and power, as if it's soaring through its domain with purpose. The illustration by Aya Kusube beautifully highlights the intricate details of Ho-Oh's plumage, inviting the viewer to appreciate its beauty and significance in the Pokémon world. This moment feels like a”

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 19, 2026.

Rarity Rare
Card Type Colorless
Era
Sun & Moon
Release
02/11/2018

Rainbow Burn

30+

This attack does 30 more damage for each type of basic Energy attached to this Pokémon.

Weakness
×2
Resistance
-20
Retreat Cost