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.
“The Politoed ex card captures a moment where this vibrant Pokémon stands confidently, its bright green skin glistening under a soft light. With its long, pink tongue extended, it seems ready to engage in its surroundings, embodying a playful yet determined spirit. The background hints at a watery environment, suggesting that Politoed is in its element, perhaps preparing for a splash or a playful interaction. This snapshot invites the viewer to appreciate the character's lively nature and connection to its habitat.”
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Upward Lick
Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 30 damage to that Pokémon. If that Pokémon is a Stage 2 Evolved Pokémon, this attack does 50 damage instead. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
Punch and Run
Switch Politoed ex with 1 of your Benched Pokémon.
Swallow Up
Before doing damage, count the remaining HP of the Defending Pokémon and Politoed ex. If the Defending Pokémon has fewer remaining HP than Politoed ex's, this attack does 120 damage instead.
