Skarmory

Skarmory

Selected Masterpiece • 51/100
Market Price $0.58
Stormfront Diamond & Pearl 2008
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 Skarmory card captures a moment of this armored bird soaring through a stormy sky, its metallic wings glinting against the dark clouds. The dynamic pose suggests a swift and agile character, embodying both grace and strength as it navigates the turbulent air. The backdrop of swirling winds and rain adds a sense of urgency, highlighting Skarmory's resilience and adaptability in its natural habitat. This scene invites the viewer to appreciate the beauty of nature and the Pokémon's role within it.”

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 17, 2026.

Composition
Color Palette
Rarity Uncommon
Card Type Metal
Era
Diamond & Pearl
Release
01/11/2008

Quick Attack

10+

Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 damage plus 20 more damage.

Mach Blade

Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 50 damage to 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)

Weakness
+20
Resistance
-20
Retreat Cost