Ball Guy

Ball Guy

Selected Masterpiece • 57/72
Artist Hitoshi Ariga
Market Price $0.28
Shining Fates Sword & Shield 2021
The Illustrator

Hitoshi Ariga

Hitoshi Ariga is credited on Pokémon Trading Card Game cards from 2013 to 2024, with artwork appearing across Sword & Shield, Sun & Moon, and XY. The work favors cartoonish, anime-leaning character design, energetic moods, and vibrant, contrasting color palettes.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Ball Guy card captures a moment where the character, with a cheerful expression, is enthusiastically presenting himself in a playful pose. His outfit, reminiscent of a Poké Ball, adds a whimsical touch to the scene, inviting players into a lighthearted atmosphere. The setting appears to be a modern space, suggesting a blend of excitement and anticipation. This snapshot reflects the joy of Pokémon training and the fun of discovering new strategies.”

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 19, 2026.

Rarity Uncommon
Era
Sword & Shield
Release
19/02/2021