Curatorial Commentary
The card depicts Applin perched on a rock, its vibrant red and green colors popping against the soft greens of the surrounding foliage. This small Pokémon, resembling a cute apple, seems to embody a sense of curiosity as it gazes outward, perhaps contemplating its next adventure. The warm sunlight filters through the leaves, creating a serene atmosphere that invites a sense of calm and wonder. In this moment, Applin feels like a gentle part of its natural habitat, harmonizing with the world around it.
Essay · Surging Sparks
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Catalogue plate
№ 138/191
Composition
StyleRealisticWhimsical
MoodLightheartedPlayful
CompositionFocusedNatural
PaletteEarthyVibrant
Game mechanics
HP
40
Stage
Basic
Retreat
Nutrients
Heal 30 damage from 1 of your Pokémon.
Trip Over
20+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 more damage.
The set
Surging Sparks, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Applin
The Applin canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
