Pinsir

Pinsir

Selected Masterpiece • 75/147
Artist Kouki Saitou
Market Price $1.24
Supreme Victors Platinum 2009
The Illustrator

Kouki Saitou

Kouki Saitou has been credited on Pokémon Trading Card Game cards since 2003, with artwork appearing through 2024. Their illustrations span sets including Platinum, Black & White, and Scarlet & Violet, often using vibrant color, clear character focus, and lively, balanced compositions.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Pinsir card captures a moment of raw power and intensity, showcasing the Pokémon in a dynamic pose against a backdrop of vibrant colors. Its pincers are poised, ready to grip and seize whatever comes its way, reflecting its nature as a formidable predator in its environment. The scene feels alive, as if Pinsir is in the midst of a fierce battle or a display of strength, embodying the essence of a stag beetle. This snapshot invites the viewer to appreciate the wild energy that surrounds this character.”

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.

Rarity Uncommon
Card Type Grass
Era
Platinum
Release
19/08/2009

Gripthrow

Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent returns the Defending Pokémon and all cards attached to it to his or her hand.

Sever

50+

If the Defending Pokémon is a Stage 2 Pokémon, this attack does 50 damage plus 30 more damage.

Weakness
+20
Retreat Cost