Aya Kusube
Aya Kusube is credited on Pokémon Trading Card Game cards from 2001 to 2025, with artwork appearing across E-Card and later eras including EX and Sun & Moon. The work is marked by playful, whimsical illustration, balanced compositions, and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes.
“The Arcanine card from the Skyridge set captures a moment of majesty, with the Pokémon standing proud against a backdrop of twinkling stars. Its fur, a mix of fiery oranges and whites, seems to shimmer as if illuminated by the celestial light, giving it an ethereal quality. The scene evokes a sense of calm strength, as Arcanine appears both regal and approachable, embodying the spirit of a loyal companion. This snapshot invites viewers to imagine the adventures that await in the quiet of the night.”
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. Data refreshed: January 16, 2026.
Shake
Your opponent switches the Defending Pokémon with 1 of his or her Benched Pokémon, if any.
White Flames
Discard all Fire Energy cards attached to Arcanine.