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.
“The card depicts Darkrai, a shadowy figure, emerging from a backdrop of contrasting red and blue hues. This moment captures the essence of its mysterious nature, as it seems to blend into the darkness while exuding an aura of calm. Darkrai's presence suggests a tranquil yet eerie atmosphere, embodying its ability to influence dreams and sleep. In this snapshot, it invites viewers into a world where the line between dreams and reality blurs.”
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.
Dark Cutter
Abyssal Sleep
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Asleep. Your opponent flips 2 coins instead of 1 between turns. If either of them is tails, the Pokémon is still Asleep.
