Hippowdon

Hippowdon

Selected Masterpiece • 66/99
Artist Naoki Saito
Market Price $0.41
Next Destinies Black & White 2012
The Illustrator

Naoki Saito

Naoki Saito has been credited on Pokémon TCG cards since 2010, with artwork appearing through 2025. Their illustrations span Black & White, XY, and Sun & Moon, and include Trainer cards. The work is marked by colorful, cartoonish character design, energetic moods, and balanced, dynamic compositions.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Hippowdon in a moment of exuberance, its large mouth wide open as it seems to roar or call out in its sandy environment. The background is filled with muted earth tones, suggesting a dry, arid landscape that reflects its habitat. This scene captures the essence of Hippowdon as a powerful and imposing presence, yet there’s a certain playfulness in its expression. It feels like a snapshot of a creature fully at home in its surroundings, embodying both strength and a hint of character.”

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 Fighting
Era
Black & White
Release
08/02/2012

Sand Bazooka

70

You may move 1 Energy attached to this Pokémon to 1 of your Benched Pokémon.

Rock Tumble

90

This attack's damage isn't affected by Resistance.

Weakness
×2
Resistance
-20
Retreat Cost