Piplup

Piplup

Selected Masterpiece • 15/17
Market Price $3.59
POP Series 8 POP 2008
The Illustrator

Atsuko Nishida

Atsuko Nishida has been credited on Pokémon TCG art from 1999 to 2024, spanning 400+ cards. Across sets such as Gym Heroes, Expedition Base Set, and Skyridge, the work favors playful, character-forward staging with simple, balanced compositions and vibrant, pastel-leaning color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Piplup, a small penguin-like Pokémon, standing confidently in a serene, snowy landscape. Its bright blue and white feathers contrast beautifully with the soft pink hues of the surrounding trees, creating a charming winter scene. Piplup's expression conveys a sense of pride and determination, as if it is ready to take on whatever challenges lie ahead. This moment captures the essence of its character, blending innocence with a hint of bravery.”

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 16, 2026.

Composition
Color Palette
Rarity Common
Card Type Water
Era
POP
Release
01/09/2008

Peck

10

Water Splash

20+

Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 damage plus 10 more damage.

Weakness
+10
Retreat Cost