Xatu

Xatu

Selected Masterpiece • 52/75
Market Price $1.63
Neo Discovery Neo 2001
The Illustrator

Sumiyoshi Kizuki

Sumiyoshi Kizuki has been credited on Pokémon TCG illustrations from 1999 to 2023, spanning sets such as Team Rocket, Skyridge, and Legends Awakened. The work favors cartoonish, playful staging with clear, balanced compositions and vibrant-to-pastel color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Xatu card captures a moment of serene observation, with the Pokémon perched confidently against a backdrop of intricate patterns. Its vibrant colors and unique design bring a sense of mystique, suggesting a character that bridges the past and future. The scene feels alive with the weight of ancient wisdom, as if Xatu is a guardian of hidden knowledge. This snapshot invites the viewer to ponder the mysteries that lie just beyond sight.”

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 Psychic
Era
Neo
Release
01/06/2001

Energy Cycle

Flip a coin. If heads, choose 1 Energy card attached to the Defending Pokémon and 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. Attach that Energy card to that Pokémon.

Super Psy

50
Weakness
×2
Resistance
-30
Retreat Cost