Curatorial Commentary
The card captures Hitmonchan in a dynamic pose, ready to unleash its powerful punches. With its signature red boxing gloves and focused expression, it embodies the spirit of a determined fighter in its own vibrant world. The background glows softly, highlighting the energy and intensity of the moment, as if the air is charged with anticipation. This snapshot invites the viewer to appreciate the blend of strength and agility that defines Hitmonchan.
Essay · Platinum
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Catalogue plate
№ 129/127
Composition
StyleCartoonishTraditional
MoodEnergeticPlayful
CompositionFocusedSimple
PaletteBrightMonochromaticVibrant
Game mechanics
HP
70
Stage
Basic
Weakness
Psychic ×2
Retreat
Jab
20
Special Punch
40
Authorship
More from Ken Sugimori
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
Platinum, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Hitmonchan
The Hitmonchan canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
