AKIRA EGAWA
AKIRA EGAWA has been credited on Pokémon TCG illustrations from 2019 to 2025, spanning Sword & Shield and Scarlet & Violet. The work leans dynamic and illustrative, with action-forward framing, balanced staging, and vibrant, contrasting color choices.
“The card shows Zapdos amidst a tumultuous sky, its vibrant yellow feathers illuminated by the crackling energy around it. The dark storm clouds create a dramatic backdrop, emphasizing the Pokémon's commanding presence in this moment. Zapdos seems poised for action, embodying both the beauty and intensity of a storm. The scene captures a sense of anticipation, inviting the viewer to feel the electric atmosphere.”
Editorial & Data
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Drill Peck
Thunder Snipe
Discard all Energy from this Pokémon, and this attack does 160 damage to 1 of your opponent's Pokémon V or Pokémon-GX. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)