Shiftry

Shiftry

Selected Masterpiece • 13/111
Market Price $4
Rising Rivals 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 Shiftry card captures a moment in a lush, vibrant forest where the Pokémon stands poised amidst a backdrop of shimmering greens and soft light. With its unique leaf-like features and a calm demeanor, Shiftry seems to embody the spirit of the woods, blending seamlessly into its surroundings. The atmosphere feels serene yet alive, as if the very air is charged with the whispers of nature. This snapshot invites the viewer to appreciate the tranquil yet dynamic essence of Shiftry's world.”

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.

Card Type Darkness
Era
Platinum
Release
16/05/2009

Conform

40

If you have the same number of cards in your hand as your opponent, the Defending Pokémon is now Confused.

Seal Off

60

The Defending Pokémon can't use any Poké-Powers or Poké-Bodies during your opponent's next turn.

Weakness
+30
Resistance
-20
Retreat Cost