Summary
With thousands of cards available inPokémon’s"Pokémon Trading Card Game," it can be hard to remember what is what. After all, since first debuting in the mid 1990s to coincide with the games of the same name,the popular collectible has been going strong ever since, withnew releases constantly filling store shelves.
That said, one avid Pokémon fan took it upon themselves to archive the card game’s unique artwork. After hundreds of hours of work, over 23,000 cards have been archived, along with an additional 2,000 pieces of artwork. The end result is one of the best fan creations around.
You’re Never Too Old To Learn
Meet Twitter user pkm_jp, who devoted hundreds of hours to learning how to program in order to make their dream of a one-stop shop of all available card art a reality.
“I remember the joy of getting the first set page working, displaying a small collection of cards,“they wrote on Twitter.“I knew it was just the beginning.”
Indeed,artofpkm.comis a fully-working website, where fans can browse by cards, products and illustrations from throughout Pokémon’s storied history. For example, the card vertical of the website is broken down by various eras, from the ongoing Scarlet and Violet releases to the nostalgic Black and White era.
Each individual card is masterfully archived, with a set number, name, artist and artwork in glorious HD. Rarity and other cards featuring the same Pokémon are also searchable.
“This site is dedicated to bringing artists and fans together,“the creator added on Twitter. But as amazing as the website currently is, their work isn’t done. They note that there is still “lots of artwork still to be added and labeled,” among other features such as “custom lists, voting, and a proper blog.” Regardless, it’s an impressive endeavor that will undoubtedly become even better as the weeks go on. More than anything, it’s a reminder that you’re never too old to learn anything, especially if it’s related to your interests.
