Dratini

Dratini

Selected Masterpiece • 81/116
Market Price $5.71
Plasma Freeze Black & White 2013
The Illustrator

Atsuko Nishida

Atsuko Nishida has been credited on Pokémon TCG art from 1999 to 2024, spanning 400+ cards. Across sets such as Gym Heroes, Expedition Base Set, and Skyridge, the work favors playful, character-forward staging with simple, balanced compositions and vibrant, pastel-leaning color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card features Dratini gliding gracefully through a shimmering underwater scene, surrounded by soft bubbles and gentle light filtering down from above. Its smooth, serpentine body and expressive eyes convey a sense of curiosity and playfulness, as if it is exploring its aquatic home. The vibrant colors and fluid motion of the water create a serene atmosphere, inviting viewers to imagine the tranquility of this Pokémon's world. In this moment, Dratini embodies the harmony of life beneath the waves.”

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 18, 2026.

Art Style
Composition
Color Palette
Rarity Common
Card Type Dragon
Era
Black & White
Release
08/05/2013

Shed Skin

Heal 20 damage from this Pokémon.

Tail Smack

20
Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost