Makoto Imai
Makoto Imai is credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 2007–2009, appearing most often in Platinum and Rising Rivals. The work leans digital illustration with character-forward staging, balanced layouts, and vibrant, contrasting color that shifts between playful and mysterious moods.
“The card depicts Skuntank G in a shadowy, mysterious setting, with a large moon casting an eerie glow. It crouches low, exuding a sense of readiness and stealth, as if it’s surveying its surroundings for potential threats. The backdrop hints at an abandoned area, adding to the atmosphere of intrigue and tension. This moment captures the essence of a Pokémon that thrives in the shadows, embodying both cunning and alertness.”
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Smokescreen
If the Defending Pokémon tries to attack during your opponent's next turn, your opponent flips a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing.
