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NO. 227Obsidian Flames
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Ryota Murayama
73Illustrated cards
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2014–2025Timeline
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Ryota Murayama (Japanese: 村山竜大), also known by the handle 'ovopack,' is an official illustrator for the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG). He began illustrating for the TCG with the card Druddigon from the Flashfire expansion and has contributed artwork to multiple expansions including Roaring Skies and Ancient Origins. Murayama has illustrated around 55 total cards across various sets, including notable expansions such as Sword & Shield and Scarlet & Violet. His work continues through at least 2025, showcasing his ongoing contributions to the Pokémon TCG. In addition to his work on Pokémon cards, he has also been involved in the development of video games, including Rise of Mana, where he contributed to character and monster designs. His artistic contributions have been recognized in various gaming communities and databases.
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