Onix

Onix

Selected Masterpiece • 36/78
Market Price $0.4
Pokémon GO Sword & Shield 2022
The Illustrator

Mitsuhiro Arita

Mitsuhiro Arita has been credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2025, spanning more than 700 illustrations. Work appears across Base, Team Rocket, and Legendary Collection, balancing character-focused staging with energetic, colorful scenes and clear, action-forward framing.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Onix card captures a moment of this Rock Snake Pokémon as it slithers through a vibrant landscape, its rocky body blending seamlessly with the earthy tones around it. The gentle sway of grass in the breeze adds a sense of tranquility to the scene, contrasting with Onix's imposing presence. Its expression hints at a calm determination, embodying the strength and resilience that define its character. This snapshot invites viewers to appreciate the harmony between the Pokémon and its natural 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 20, 2026.

Rarity Common
Card Type Fighting
Era
Sword & Shield
Release
01/07/2022

Rock Tomb

50

During your opponent's next turn, the Defending Pokémon can't retreat.

Raging Swing

50×

This attack does 50 damage for each damage counter on this Pokémon.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost