Mew and Mewtwo are some of my favorite legendary Pokémon. They’re both genetically connected but share very different personalities. Mew is mysterious and nimble spending most of its time playing or investigating. Mewtwo is powerful and determined typically depicted with a human-like posture and focus. Both designs are S-tier in my book.
The artwork in the TCG faithfully represents these character traits. I’ve highlighted some of the art in the pictures below.
I have an English and Japanese page for both Mew and Mewtwo. Some of the art was limited to just one language and I wanted those to be represented.
2007’s POP Series 5 Mew δ:- Fukuda is back at it. This fire delta species depiction captures Mew’s power and playfulness. With a shy hand over the mouth and engulfed in flame, Mew is almost oblivious to how strong he really is.
2012’s Dragons Exalted Mew Full Art:- This is one of my favorite full art cards. The pouncing posture and wrapped tail reminds me of cat. The open arms suggest Mew is ready to attack, but something about the eyes indicates just a warning glare.
2002’s McDonald’s Sunset Mew:
- My favorite Mew artwork. Standing up in a windswept field as the sun sets in the distance, curiously gazing. Head alert similar to a prairie dog listening for approaching sounds. Ready to take action if needed. Kusajima’s watercolor palette and soft touch really bring this artwork to life.
2002’s Expedition Mewtwo:
- Defiantly flying through a lightning storm. Mewtwo’s rising arms make it look as if he’s conjuring the storm himself. The holo really makes this art pop.
2002’s Legendary Collection Reverse Holo Mewtwo:- Christopher Rush is the late American artist who’s most famous for his Magic: The Gathering illustrations, namely the Black Lotus. He first completed the art for Mewtwo #12 as a Black Star Promo in 2000 for the Nintendo Power Magazine. Interestingly, with this Mewtwo illustration, Rush became the first artist outside of Japan to illustrate an official Pokémon card. A great honor. I selected the Legendary Collection Mewtwo to commemorate him.
