Lucario

Lucario

Selected Masterpiece • 64/99
Artist Naoki Saito
Market Price $9.27
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 Lucario standing confidently amidst a vibrant urban landscape, its powerful stance suggesting readiness and determination. The city lights reflect off its sleek blue fur, creating a striking contrast that enhances its fierce expression. This moment captures Lucario as both a guardian and a warrior, embodying a sense of strength and purpose. The scene invites the viewer to appreciate the blend of nature and urban life, highlighting Lucario's role in this dynamic world.”

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.

Card Type Fighting
Era
Black & White
Release
08/02/2012

Aura Sphere

50

Does 20 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost