Ken Sugimori
Ken Sugimori is credited on more than 1,100 Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2022, spanning sets such as Base, Gym Heroes, and Neo Genesis. The work favors clear, character-forward staging, playful moods, and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes with balanced, simple compositions.
“The card depicts Gastrodon East Sea on a serene beach, with gentle waves lapping at the shore. Its vibrant colors and soft, rounded form evoke a sense of calm and tranquility, as it appears to be at ease in its coastal habitat. The backdrop of the ocean adds a refreshing touch, suggesting a peaceful coexistence with nature. This moment captures the essence of a simple yet harmonious life by the sea.”
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Calling Wave
Search your deck for up to 2 Gastrodon and put them onto your Bench as Basic Pokémon. Put 2 damage counters on each of them. Shuffle your deck afterward.
