Ariados

Ariados

Selected Masterpiece • 20/123
Artist Midori Harada
Market Price $1.64
Mysterious Treasures Diamond & Pearl 2007
The Illustrator

Midori Harada

Midori Harada has been credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 2003 to 2024, spanning more than 350 illustrations. Across EX, Diamond & Pearl, and Sun & Moon, the work favors vibrant, playful color and clear, character-forward compositions with occasional action-driven framing.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Ariados card depicts this Pokémon poised on a branch, its vibrant red and purple body contrasting against the lush green backdrop. The scene captures a moment of quiet intensity, as Ariados seems alert and ready to spring into action. Its large, expressive eyes hint at a keen awareness of its surroundings, embodying the stealth and cunning of a predator. This snapshot invites the viewer to appreciate the delicate balance of nature, where each creature plays an integral role.”

Editorial & Data

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Rarity Rare
Card Type Grass
Era
Diamond & Pearl
Release
01/08/2007

Offensive Needle

20

Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned. If tails, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.

Weakness
+20
Retreat Cost