Arcanine

Arcanine

Selected Masterpiece • 6/53
Artist Ken Sugimori
Market Price $15.32
The Illustrator

Ken Sugimori

Ken Sugimori is credited on more than 1,100 Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2022, spanning sets such as Base, Gym Heroes, and Neo Genesis. The work favors clear, character-forward staging, playful moods, and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes with balanced, simple compositions.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card captures Arcanine in a dynamic moment, its mouth wide open in a fierce roar that radiates strength and determination. The vibrant orange and black fur stands out against a softer background, highlighting its commanding presence. This scene reflects Arcanine's wild spirit, suggesting a deep bond with the untamed nature surrounding it. The portrayal invites the viewer to immerse themselves in the intensity of this character's 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 16, 2026.

Rarity Promo
Card Type Fire
Era
Base
Release
01/07/1999

Quick Attack

10+

Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 damage plus 20 more damage; if tails, this attack does 10 damage.

Flames of Rage

40+

Discard 2 Fire Energy cards attached to Arcanine in order to use this attack. This attack does 40 damage plus 10 more damage for each damage counter on Arcanine.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost