Ken Sugimori
Ken Sugimori is credited on more than 1,100 Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2022, spanning sets such as Base, Gym Heroes, and Neo Genesis. The work favors clear, character-forward staging, playful moods, and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes with balanced, simple compositions.
“The Shining Tyranitar card captures a moment of raw power, showcasing the Pokémon in a dramatic pose against a backdrop that hints at a stormy sky. Its silhouette is striking, with the shimmering details emphasizing its formidable presence. The scene evokes a sense of tension, as if Tyranitar is preparing to unleash its might upon the world. This snapshot invites viewers to appreciate the balance of strength and the wild beauty of its environment.”
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Mountain Crush
Flip a coin until you get tails. For each heads, your opponent discards the top card from his or her deck.
Destructive Fire
Flip a coin for each Fire Energy card attached to Shining Tyranitar. For each heads, discard a Fire Energy card attached to Shining Tyranitar or this attack does nothing. Then, for each heads, choose an Energy card attached to the Defending Pokémon and discard it. If it has fewer Energy cards than that, remove all of them.
