Curatorial Commentary
The card captures Hippopotas in a moment of stillness, perched on a rocky surface with a soft, natural backdrop. Its rounded body and gentle expression suggest a playful curiosity as it navigates its environment. The earthy tones of its skin blend harmoniously with the surroundings, creating a sense of calm in its small world. This snapshot invites the viewer to appreciate the simple joys of nature through the eyes of this charming Pokémon.
Essay · Primal Clash
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Catalogue plate
№ 87/160
Composition
StylePlayfulRealistic
MoodCalmLighthearted
CompositionFocusedSimple
PaletteEarthyVibrant
Game mechanics
HP
90
Stage
Basic
Weakness
Grass ×2
Retreat
Tackle
20
Rolling Tackle
50
Authorship
More from Yuka Morii
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
Primal Clash, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
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The Hippopotas canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.