Swinub

Swinub

Selected Masterpiece • 26/135
Artist Kouki Saitou
Market Price $1.01
Plasma Storm Black & White 2013
The Illustrator

Kouki Saitou

Kouki Saitou has been credited on Pokémon Trading Card Game cards since 2003, with artwork appearing through 2024. Their illustrations span sets including Platinum, Black & White, and Scarlet & Violet, often using vibrant color, clear character focus, and lively, balanced compositions.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Swinub nestled comfortably among a bed of autumn leaves, its small, round body almost blending into the earthy tones around it. With its eyes closed and snout resting gently on the ground, the scene captures a moment of serene tranquility in nature. The vibrant colors of fallen leaves and scattered berries create a warm, inviting atmosphere, suggesting a peaceful day in its habitat. This snapshot reflects the simple joys of life for this little Pokémon.”

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 16, 2026.

Rarity Common
Card Type Water
Era
Black & White
Release
06/02/2013

Double Headbutt

20×

Flip 2 coins. This attack does 20 damage times the number of heads.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost