Curatorial Commentary
The card depicts Squirtle swimming playfully in a serene underwater scene, its round body gliding effortlessly through the water. Bubbles escape from its mouth, adding a sense of motion and joy to the moment. The gentle blue hues of the background evoke a calm and inviting atmosphere, making it feel like a snapshot of a carefree day in Squirtle's aquatic world. This charming portrayal captures the essence of its playful nature.
Essay · Team Rocket
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Catalogue plate
№ 68/82
Composition
StyleCartoonishTraditional
MoodCharmingPlayful
CompositionClearSimple
PaletteSoftVibrant
Game mechanics
HP
50
Stage
Basic
Weakness
Lightning ×2
Retreat
Shell Attack
20
Authorship
More from Atsuko Nishida
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
Team Rocket, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Squirtle
The Squirtle canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
