Curatorial Commentary
The card features Poliwhirl in a serene aquatic setting, surrounded by gentle ripples and lush greenery. With its round body and characteristic swirl, Poliwhirl appears to be playfully poised, as if ready to engage in a friendly challenge. Nearby, another Poliwhirl watches, adding a sense of camaraderie to the scene. This moment captures the essence of a tranquil day by the water, where the playful nature of these Pokémon shines through.
Essay · Unbroken Bonds
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Catalogue plate
№ 38/214
Composition
StyleCartoonishPlayful
MoodCheerfulLighthearted
CompositionBalancedSimple
PaletteCoolVibrant
Game mechanics
HP
90
Stage
Stage 1 · evolves from Poliwag
Weakness
Grass ×2
Retreat
Bubble
20
Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
Knuckle Punch
40
Authorship
More from Yukiko Baba
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
Unbroken Bonds, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Poliwhirl
The Poliwhirl canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
