Amid all the discussion of epic battles and intricate strategies, it’s easy to overlook the fantastic artwork on display on Pokémon TCG cards. Artists add their own style to Pokémon portraits, recognizable locales, and depictions of memorable events to add beauty and flair to the fun of Pokémon TCG battles.
Even as each artist puts their own spin on the cards they illustrate, it’s fun to look for themes that run throughout an expansion. We’ve discovered some of these themes in the Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon—Burning Shadows expansion that stood out, including beach scenes, depictions of Team Skull’s activity, and more. But really it’s just a chance to take a deeper look at all the amazing artwork that the talented artists contribute.
So every day this week, we’ll be examining a theme in the Sun & Moon—Burning Shadows expansion. Check back to take a closer look at some of our favorite new art. And when we’re done, be sure to take a closer look at your own card collection to see all the beautiful illustrations on display!
Troublesome Tags!
If there’s one group that could mess up the beauty of the Alola region, it’s Team Skull. These ruffians are causing mayhem and spreading graffiti all around the islands, including in the habitats of many of Alola’s Pokémon. You can see their handiwork in the background of many cards in Sun & Moon—Burning Shadows, such as Charmeleon and Wobbuffet.
Team Skull is even daring enough to make cameo appearances on some cards where their vandalism is on full display. Look closely to find members of the gang behind both Heracross and Rhydon.
Keep searching for more colorful graffiti all over the artwork of the Sun & Moon—Burning Shadows expansion. But don’t worry about Alolan Muk-GX…those multicolored stripes are just the Pokémon’s normal appearance in Alola!
Closer look at Croagunk, Riolu and Shiinotic from Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon—Burning Shadows
Closer look at Raichu, Eelektrik and Passimian from Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon—Burning Shadows
Source: Pokemon.com
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