Sanosuke Sakuma
Sanosuke Sakuma has illustrated Pokémon TCG cards from 2013 to 2025, spanning series such as Sword & Shield, Sun & Moon, and XY. The work favors vibrant, playful color with balanced, character-forward compositions that keep action readable and light.
“The Shiftry card captures a moment in a dense forest, where Shiftry, with its striking white feathers and expressive face, is perched amidst the foliage. Its wide eyes convey a sense of alertness, as if it is aware of the unseen movements around it. The surrounding greenery and dappled light create an atmosphere of mystery and vitality, suggesting that Shiftry is both a guardian and a playful spirit of the woods. This scene invites the viewer to appreciate the balance between nature and the Pokémon's watchful prese”
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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.
Whisk Away
Your opponent reveals his or her hand. Choose a Pokémon you find there and put it on the bottom your opponent's deck. If you do, this attack does 30 more damage.
Spirit Dance
Flip 2 coins. This attack does 30 more damage for each heads.
