Larvitar

by Hironobu Yoshida illustrated 2001 Neo Discovery

$1.69 Latest known market value January 17, 2026

Common Fighting

The Illustrator

Hironobu Yoshida

Hironobu Yoshida is credited on 39 Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2018, with frequent appearances in Neo Discovery, Neo Destiny, and Neo Genesis. The work leans cartoonish and traditional, favoring vibrant, contrasting color and clear, focused staging.

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Editorial & Data

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Curatorial Commentary

The card depicts Larvitar peeking out from the earth, its bright green body contrasting with the soft blues of the sky above. This moment captures the Pokémon in a state of curiosity, as if it's just beginning to explore the world around it. The gentle scenery evokes a sense of innocence and the quiet determination of a young creature ready to grow. It's a small yet meaningful glimpse into Larvitar's life as it navigates its environment.

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Catalogue plate № 57/75

Identity

PokémonLarvitar

TypeFighting

RarityCommon

StageBasic

Authorship

IllustratorHironobu Yoshida

SetNeo Discovery

Year2001

Plate №57/75