Popplio

Popplio

Selected Masterpiece • 23/25
Artist Kouki Saitou
Market Price $2.05
The Illustrator

Kouki Saitou

Kouki Saitou has been credited on Pokémon Trading Card Game cards since 2003, with artwork appearing through 2024. Their illustrations span sets including Platinum, Black & White, and Scarlet & Violet, often using vibrant color, clear character focus, and lively, balanced compositions.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Popplio, a playful sea lion Pokémon, joyfully splashing in the clear blue waters under a bright sky. Its expressive face and outstretched flippers convey a sense of carefree delight, as it seems to dance among the gentle waves. The lush palm trees in the background add to the tropical atmosphere, enhancing the feeling of a serene, sunlit day by the shore. This moment captures the essence of youthful exuberance and the simple joys of nature.”

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.

Card Type Water
Release
09/02/2021

Pound

10

Water Gun

20
Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost