Shieldon

Shieldon

Selected Masterpiece • 63/123
Artist Kouki Saitou
Market Price $2.32
Mysterious Treasures Diamond & Pearl 2007
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 Shieldon, a small Pokémon with a sturdy, shield-like face, standing alert in a lush, prehistoric jungle setting. Its expression conveys a sense of determination as it prepares to protect itself from any potential threats. The vibrant greens and earthy tones of the environment create a feeling of a forgotten world, where ancient creatures roam freely. This snapshot captures a moment of resilience and readiness, highlighting Shieldon's role as a guardian in its 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 17, 2026.

Rarity Uncommon
Card Type Metal
Era
Diamond & Pearl
Release
01/08/2007

Hard Face

20

During your opponent's next turn, any damage done to Shieldon by attacks is reduced by 20 (after applying Weakness and Resistance).

Shield Attack

40+

Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 40 damage plus 20 more damage.

Weakness
+20
Resistance
-20
Retreat Cost