Card Details

• Set: Scarlet & Violet: Journey Together (2025)

• Fanatics Collect +1

• Card Number: 182/159 (Special Illustration Rare)

• Type & HP: Fire-type, 220 HP

• Ability: Scalding Steam – Once during your turn, if this Pokémon is in the Active Spot, you may make your opponent’s Active Pokémon Burned.

• Attack: Scorchng Cyclone (160 damage) – Move an Energy from this Pokémon to 1 of your Benched Pokémon

akagi (also known as Akagi Und / あかぎ うんど) is a breakout illustrator for the Pokémon Trading Card Game who debuted during the Scarlet & Violet era in the 2024 Paldean Fates expansion. Known for a highly distinct artistic style, akagi’s work features bold colors, dynamic and aggressive perspective foreshortening, deep shadows, and menacing or powerful auras.

The artist has quickly become a fan favorite, drawing heavily on traditional art influences and hyper-detailed backgrounds. Beyond the physical tabletop game, akagi has also contributed several high-profile digital card variants and Trainer cards to the mobile game Pokémon TCG Pocket.

Notable Physical Cards:

Greninja ex (Special Illustration Rare – Twilight Masquerade #214): One of akagi’s most famous and valuable pieces. It features a stunningly vibrant, action-packed composition showcasing a Terastallized Greninja leaping through shards of colorful light.

Kingdra ex (Special Illustration Rare – Shrouded Fable / Promo #131): A gorgeous layout utilizing heavy ink-like traditional Japanese art stylings to emphasize the dragon’s regal yet ominous power.

Palafin (Illustration Rare – Paldean Fates #225): akagi’s official TCG debut card, depicting Palafin’s Hero Form emerging from a dark ocean with an atmospheric, superhero-style pose.

Ceruledge ex (Prismatic Evolutions #147): Highlights the artist’s flair for drawing sharp lines, dynamic flame lighting effects, and an imposing, combat-ready stance.

Skeledirge (Surging Sparks #031): Highly praised for its intense, dramatic lighting, explosive fire effects, and pure aggression.

Notable Pokémon TCG Pocket Cards:

Origin Forme Dialga (Space-Time Smackdown #060): A highly sought-after digital secret rare featuring stunning cosmic visuals.

Trainer Cards: akagi has illustrated several iconic character variants for the digital game, including Cyrus, Adaman, and Professor Turo.