Mitsuhiro Arita
Mitsuhiro Arita has been credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2025, spanning more than 700 illustrations. Work appears across Base, Team Rocket, and Legendary Collection, balancing character-focused staging with energetic, colorful scenes and clear, action-forward framing.
“The card depicts Gligar perched on the edge of a rocky cliff, overlooking a vast expanse of water. Its pink body contrasts beautifully with the natural greens and blues of its surroundings, creating a serene yet adventurous atmosphere. Gligar's poised stance suggests a moment of anticipation, as if it is ready to take flight at any moment. This snapshot captures the essence of freedom and the thrill of exploration in the Pokémon world.”
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.
Toxic Grip
The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned.
