Swablu

Swablu

Selected Masterpiece • SH5/127
Market Price $41.48
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 moment of tranquility as the little bird flits among soft, fluffy clouds, set against a backdrop of vibrant autumn leaves. Its cheerful expression and bright colors evoke a sense of joy and playfulness, inviting viewers into a serene world where nature thrives. The scene feels warm and inviting, reminiscent of a gentle breeze on a sunny day. In this snapshot, Swablu embodies the carefree spirit of its surroundings.”

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 19, 2026.

Rarity Rare
Card Type Colorless
Era
Platinum
Release
11/02/2009

Roost

Remove 4 damage counters from Swablu. Swablu can't retreat during your next turn.

Mirror Move

If Swablu was damaged by an attack during your opponent's last turn, this attack does the same amount of damage done to Swablu to the Defending Pokémon.

Fury Attack

10×

Flip 3 coins. This attack does 10 damage times the number of heads.

Weakness
+10
Resistance
-20
Retreat Cost