Surprise Box

Surprise Box

Selected Masterpiece • 187/214
Artist Ryo Ueda
Market Price $1.52
Unbroken Bonds Sun & Moon 2019
The Illustrator

Ryo Ueda

Ryo Ueda has been credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 2003 to 2023, spanning more than 400 illustrations. Work appears across EX, XY, and Sword & Shield, with a digital, action-forward approach that favors focused framing, balanced layouts, and vibrant, contrasting color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts a Gengar playfully emerging from a vibrant, red treasure chest, its long tongue lolling out in excitement. The background bursts with dynamic colors, suggesting a lively moment filled with surprise and mischief. Gengar's mischievous grin adds to the whimsical atmosphere, hinting at the fun and unexpected twists that can occur in the Pokémon world. This scene captures a fleeting moment of joy and spontaneity, inviting viewers to share in the playful energy.”

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 19, 2026.

Rarity Uncommon
Artist Ryo Ueda
Era
Sun & Moon
Release
03/05/2019