Xatu

by Tetsu Kayama illustrated 2023 Paradox Rift

$0.13 Latest known market value January 20, 2026

Rare Psychic

The Illustrator

Tetsu Kayama

Tetsu Kayama has been credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 2023 to 2025, with appearances across Scarlet & Violet-era releases including Paradox Rift, Obsidian Flames, and Paldean Fates. The work leans whimsical and lighthearted, with vibrant palettes and balanced, action-forward framing.

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Editorial & Data

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Curatorial Commentary

The card depicts Xatu soaring gracefully through a vibrant, dreamlike landscape filled with swirling colors and abstract shapes. Its large, watchful eyes suggest a deep awareness of its surroundings, embodying the mystical qualities often associated with this Pokémon. The scene feels serene yet charged with a sense of purpose, as if Xatu is both guardian and observer of the world below. This snapshot captures a moment of quiet contemplation amid the chaos of nature.

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Catalogue plate № 72/182

Identity

PokémonXatu

TypePsychic

RarityRare

StageStage 1

Authorship

IllustratorTetsu Kayama

SetParadox Rift

Year2023

Plate №72/182