Naoyo Kimura
Naoyo Kimura has contributed Pokémon TCG illustrations from 2000 to 2025, spanning Aquapolis, Southern Islands, and Sword & Shield. The work leans playful and lighthearted, with balanced, character-focused staging and vibrant, softly watercolor-leaning color.
“The card features Mudsdale, a sturdy draft horse Pokémon, standing firmly in a vast, open landscape. Its strong build and distinctive mud-colored mane highlight its connection to the earth, suggesting a character deeply rooted in its environment. The soft hues of the background create a serene atmosphere, evoking a sense of calm and strength. This snapshot captures Mudsdale's quiet resilience, embodying the spirit of hard work and determination.”
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Mud Stock
Attach a Basic Fighting Energy card from your discard pile to each of your Benched Pokémon.
High Horsepower
This Pokémon also does 40 damage to itself.
