Curatorial Commentary
The Malamar-EX card captures a moment filled with intrigue and mystery, showcasing the character in a dynamic pose, its tentacles swirling around it. The background is a blend of deep colors, enhancing the feeling of an otherworldly presence. Malamar's eyes convey a sense of cunning and strategy, hinting at its ability to manipulate its surroundings. This snapshot invites viewers into a world where shadows and dreams intertwine.
Essay · Phantom Forces
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Catalogue plate
№ 115/119
Composition
StyleBoldGraphicStylized
MoodDynamicMysterious
CompositionAsymmetricalFocused
PaletteContrastingDarkVibrant
Game mechanics
HP
170
Stage
Basic, EX
Weakness
Fighting ×2
Resistance
Psychic -20
Retreat
MAXamar
60×
Flip a coin for each Energy attached to this Pokémon. This attack does 60 damage times the number of heads.
Authorship
More from Ryo Ueda
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
Phantom Forces, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Malamar
The Malamar canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
