Omanyte

Omanyte

Selected Masterpiece • 69/100
Artist Suwama Chiaki
Market Price $4.51
Majestic Dawn Diamond & Pearl 2008
The Illustrator

Suwama Chiaki

Suwama Chiaki has illustrated Pokémon TCG cards from 2006 to 2020, appearing across sets including Sun & Moon, XY, and HeartGold & SoulSilver. The work favors playful, lighthearted scenes with balanced, clear staging and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Omanyte nestled among vibrant underwater flora, its spiral shell contrasting beautifully with the surrounding blues and greens of the ocean. This scene captures a moment of tranquility, as the Pokémon appears to be at ease in its aquatic environment. The gentle movement of the water adds a serene quality, inviting the viewer to imagine the life flowing around this ancient creature. Omanyte, with its curious eyes, seems ready to explore the depths, embodying the quiet wonder of the ocean.”

Editorial & Data

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Rarity Common
Card Type Water
Era
Diamond & Pearl
Release
01/05/2008

Wash Over

20

Does 10 damage to 2 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)

Weakness
+20
Retreat Cost