Arceus

アルセウス · Arceus

It is the heavenly fount from which pours the light that shines across Hisui. Its luminance guides and protects all Pokémon. Hisuian mythology states that Arceus is the creator of all things.

Type: Normal

Category: Alpha Pokémon
Japanese: アルセウス
Height: 3.2 m
Weight: 320.0 kg
Color: White
Shape: Quadruped

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Base stats

Plotted against the dex maximum of 255.

HP 120

/255
Attack 120

/255
Defense 120

/255
Sp. Atk 120

/255
Sp. Def 120

/255
Speed 120

/255

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Curated for composition, atmosphere, and lasting reading. 6 of 30 cards.

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Arceus through its illustrators

The hands that shaped this Pokémon’s visual identity across the TCG.

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01 5G

5ban Graphics

5ban Graphics has been credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 2011 through 2025, spanning series such as XY, Sun & Moon, and Sword & Shield. The work centers on digital illustration with action-forward, focused compositions and vibrant, contrasting color.

5 cards
Sun & Moon era → Sword & Shield era
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02 RU

Ryo Ueda

Ryo Ueda has been credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 2003 to 2023, spanning more than 400 illustrations. Work appears across EX, XY, and Sword & Shield, with a digital, action-forward approach that favors focused framing, balanced layouts, and vibrant, contrasting color.

3 cards
EX era → Diamond & Pearl era
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03 K

kawayoo

kawayoo has contributed Pokémon TCG illustrations from 2009 through 2025, spanning Sun & Moon, XY, and Sword & Shield. The work leans into vibrant, contrasting color and action-forward framing, balancing playful energy with clear, character-focused staging.

2 cards
Diamond & Pearl era → Sword & Shield era
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04 KS

Kouki Saitou

Kouki Saitou has been credited on Pokémon Trading Card Game cards since 2003, with artwork appearing through 2024. Their illustrations span sets including Platinum, Black & White, and Scarlet & Violet, often using vibrant color, clear character focus, and lively, balanced compositions.

2 cards
Diamond & Pearl era → Sun & Moon era
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05 NI

N-DESIGN Inc.

N-DESIGN Inc. has been credited on Pokémon TCG illustrations from 2019 to 2025, with frequent appearances across Sword & Shield and Scarlet & Violet era releases. The work leans digital, energetic, and action-forward, with focused staging and vibrant, contrasting color.

2 cards
Sword & Shield era
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