Dark Donphan

Dark Donphan

Selected Masterpiece • 3/105
Market Price $79.64
Neo Destiny Neo 2002
The Illustrator

Shin-ichi Yoshida

Shin-ichi Yoshida is credited on Pokémon TCG illustrations from 1999 to 2021, spanning 52 cards. Work appears across Neo Discovery and Neo Destiny, with strong representation in Aquapolis. The look favors vibrant, contrasting color and clear, character-forward staging.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Dark Donphan in a serene, moonlit setting, its massive form partially illuminated by the soft glow of the night. With its large tusks and sturdy body, it exudes a sense of strength and calm, as if it is a guardian of the surrounding landscape. The background hints at a tranquil forest, where shadows dance among the trees, adding to the peaceful atmosphere. This moment captures Dark Donphan as a powerful yet gentle presence in its natural 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 16, 2026.

Card Type Fighting
Era
Neo
Release
28/02/2002

Tusk Toss

If your opponent has any Benched Pokémon, flip a coin. If heads, return the Defending Pokémon and all cards attached to it to your opponent's hand. If tails, your opponent chooses 1 of his or her Benched Pokémon and switches it with the Defending Pokémon.

Giant Tusk

50
Weakness
×2
Resistance
-30
Retreat Cost