Mitsuhiro Arita
Mitsuhiro Arita has been credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2025, spanning more than 700 illustrations. Work appears across Base, Team Rocket, and Legendary Collection, balancing character-focused staging with energetic, colorful scenes and clear, action-forward framing.
“The Empoleon card captures a serene moment as the Emperor Pokémon glides gracefully through a tranquil underwater scene. Its regal posture and vibrant colors suggest a sense of confidence and authority in its aquatic domain. The gentle flow of water and the scattered leaves create a peaceful atmosphere, inviting viewers to appreciate the beauty of this creature in its natural habitat. This snapshot reflects the elegance and strength of Empoleon, embodying the essence of a proud leader in the Pokémon 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 16, 2026.
Knock Off
Choose 1 card from your opponent's hand without looking and discard it.
Jet Smash
Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 70 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) Empoleon can't use Jet Smash during your next turn.
