Ken Sugimori
Ken Sugimori is credited on more than 1,100 Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2022, spanning sets such as Base, Gym Heroes, and Neo Genesis. The work favors clear, character-forward staging, playful moods, and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes with balanced, simple compositions.
“The card features Raichu against a backdrop of a vibrant sunset, casting warm hues across the scene. With its ears perked and a playful expression, Raichu seems to embody a moment of carefree energy, as if ready to unleash its electric prowess. The gentle waves in the background hint at a serene environment, contrasting with Raichu's dynamic presence. This snapshot captures a fleeting moment of joy and anticipation in the Pokémon's world.”
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.
Spark
Does 10 damage to 2 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon (1 if there is only 1). (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
Kerzap
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 40 damage plus 40 more damage to the Defending Pokémon and discard all Lightning Energy cards attached to Raichu.
