Sceptile ex

Sceptile ex

Selected Masterpiece • 93/95
Artist Hikaru Koike
Market Price $219.2
The Illustrator

Hikaru Koike

Hikaru Koike is credited on 47 Pokémon TCG cards from 2000–2006, spanning E-Card and EX-era releases including Skyridge, Dragon, and Emerald. The work favors action-forward, focused staging with vibrant, contrasting color and crisp, illustrative detail.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Sceptile ex poised in a lush, vibrant environment, surrounded by rich greenery that accentuates its role as a guardian of the forest. Its sharp gaze and dynamic posture suggest a sense of alertness and readiness, embodying the spirit of a protector in its natural habitat. The intricate details of its scales and the gentle play of light through the foliage create an atmosphere of tranquility, inviting the viewer to appreciate the harmony of nature. This moment captures Sceptile ex not just as a Poké”

Editorial & Data

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Card Type Grass
Era
EX
Release
01/03/2004

Green Heal

Remove 4 damage counters from each of your Pokémon that has Grass Energy attached. If that Pokémon has less than 4 damage counters, remove all of them.

Poison Ring

40

The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned. The Defending Pokémon can't retreat until the end of your opponent's next turn.

Slashing Strike

100

Sceptile ex can't use Slashing Strike during your next turn.

Weakness
×2×2
Resistance
-30
Retreat Cost