Slugma

Slugma

Selected Masterpiece • 77/109
Artist Kouki Saitou
Market Price $40
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 card depicts Slugma in a fiery landscape, its molten body glowing against a backdrop of swirling heat and rocky terrain. With its wide eyes and expressive features, Slugma seems to embody both determination and vulnerability as it navigates its harsh environment. The warm colors and dynamic composition evoke a sense of movement, as if the scene is alive with energy. This snapshot captures a moment of struggle and resilience in the life of this unique Pokémon.”

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 Common
Card Type Fire
Era
EX
Release
01/11/2004

Singe

Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Burned.

Heat Tackle

30

Slugma does 10 damage to itself.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost