Xatu

Xatu

Selected Masterpiece • H32/144
Market Price $190
Skyridge E-Card 2003
The Illustrator

Atsuko Nishida

Atsuko Nishida has been credited on Pokémon TCG art from 1999 to 2024, spanning 400+ cards. Across sets such as Gym Heroes, Expedition Base Set, and Skyridge, the work favors playful, character-forward staging with simple, balanced compositions and vibrant, pastel-leaning color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Xatu card captures a moment of serenity, depicting the Pokémon gracefully hovering amidst a backdrop of twinkling stars. Its vibrant colors and elegant wings evoke a sense of calm and mystique, as if it is in tune with the rhythms of the universe. The scene feels almost dreamlike, inviting the viewer to appreciate the tranquil beauty of this mystical creature. In this snapshot, Xatu embodies a connection to the world around it, suggesting a deeper understanding of its surroundings.”

Editorial & Data

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Card Type Psychic
Era
E-Card
Release
12/05/2003

Warp Hole

30

Flip a coin. If heads, choose a card from your discard pile and put it on top of your deck.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost