Susumu Maeya

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Susumu Maeya has been credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 2022 to 2025, across Scarlet & Violet releases including Temporal Forces, Journey Together, and Scarlet & Violet Promos. The work favors balanced, character-forward staging with vibrant, harmonious color and a cheerful, whimsical tone.

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Main period: 2022 – 2025
Cards illustrated: 11
Most represented era: Scarlet & Violet
Most valuable card: $138.85

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About the artist

Susumu Maeya’s Pokémon TCG credits span 2022–2025, appearing within the Scarlet & Violet era. Cards are found across sets such as Temporal Forces, Journey Together, and Scarlet & Violet Promos, with additional appearances in releases like Twilight Masquerade and Black Bolt. The credited selection includes both Pokémon and Trainer illustrations, maintaining a consistent visual clarity across subjects.

Across these cards, Maeya’s approach leans playful and colorful, with a cheerful, lighthearted mood. Compositions are typically balanced yet willing to turn dynamic when motion is needed, keeping the staging simple and readable while staying character-focused. Color palettes skew vibrant and harmonious, often with natural notes and occasional warm or contrasting accents to sharpen silhouettes. Deerling (sv5-165) reflects this craft through clean framing and an upbeat, whimsical presentation. Among the most sought-after cards illustrated by Susumu Maeya is Lillie's Clefairy ex (sv9-184).

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