Swablu

Swablu

Selected Masterpiece • 97/127
Market Price $3.69
Platinum Platinum 2009
The Illustrator

Kagemaru Himeno

Kagemaru Himeno has been credited on Pokémon TCG art from 1999 to 2024, spanning 656 cards. Work appears across sets including Jungle, Team Rocket, and Black & White, with a craft built on playful, character-forward staging, balanced layouts, and vibrant, often pastel-leaning color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Swablu card captures a serene moment in nature, featuring the small, fluffy Pokémon perched amidst a vibrant backdrop of autumn leaves. Its soft blue body contrasts beautifully with the warm hues of orange and yellow, evoking a sense of calm. Swablu appears playful yet gentle, embodying the essence of a carefree day in its world. This scene invites the viewer to appreciate the tranquility and charm of the Pokémon's environment.”

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 Colorless
Era
Platinum
Release
11/02/2009

Sing

The Defending Pokémon is now Asleep.

Run Around

10

You may switch Swablu with 1 of your Benched Pokémon.

Weakness
+10
Resistance
-20