Lotad

Lotad

Selected Masterpiece • 81/127
Market Price $1.39
Platinum Platinum 2009
The Illustrator

Masakazu Fukuda

Masakazu Fukuda has been credited on Pokémon TCG illustrations from 2003 to 2024, spanning sets such as Black & White, Holon Phantoms, and Supreme Victors. The work leans cartoonish and colorful, with playful energy, balanced framing, and clear character-forward staging.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Lotad card captures a serene moment in nature, showcasing the Water Weed Pokémon nestled among lush greenery. With its broad lily pad serving as both a hat and a shield, Lotad appears to be content, embodying the tranquility of its aquatic habitat. The gentle colors and soft lines evoke a sense of peace, inviting viewers to appreciate the simple joys of this Pokémon's world. It feels like a snapshot of a quiet afternoon, where every detail contributes to a harmonious scene.”

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.

Rarity Common
Card Type Grass
Era
Platinum
Release
11/02/2009

Energy Ball

10+

Does 10 damage plus 10 more damage for each Energy attached to Lotad but not used to pay for this attack's Energy cost. You can't add more than 20 damage in this way.

Synthesis

Flip a coin. If heads, search your deck for a Grass Energy card and attach it to 1 of your Pokémon. Shuffle your deck afterward.

Weakness
+10
Retreat Cost