Mawile

Mawile

Selected Masterpiece • 33/147
Artist Suwama Chiaki
Market Price $3.9
Supreme Victors Platinum 2009
The Illustrator

Suwama Chiaki

Suwama Chiaki has illustrated Pokémon TCG cards from 2006 to 2020, appearing across sets including Sun & Moon, XY, and HeartGold & SoulSilver. The work favors playful, lighthearted scenes with balanced, clear staging and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card features Mawile, depicted in a serene yet slightly mischievous pose, as it stands in a lush, green environment. Its unique design, with a large, toothy maw on its head, hints at its deceptive nature, inviting curiosity about what it might be planning. The background showcases gentle hills and a clear sky, creating a calm atmosphere that contrasts with Mawile's playful demeanor. This snapshot captures a moment of quiet intrigue in Mawile's world, where appearances can be deceiving.”

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.

Rarity Rare
Card Type Metal
Era
Platinum
Release
19/08/2009

Turnaround Standby

During your next turn, any damage done by Mawile's Swallow or Bite to your opponent's Active Pokémon is increased by 40 (before applying Weakness and Resistance).

Swallow

20

Remove from Mawile the number of damage counters equal to the damage you did to the Defending Pokémon.

Bite

30
Weakness
+20
Resistance
-20
Retreat Cost