Gloom
GrassObsidian Flames
Illustrator
Masako Tomii
Rarity
Illustration rare
Card Type
Pokemon · Stage1
Set
Obsidian Flames
Card #198/197
About Gloom
Gloom is the often-overlooked middle evolution in Oddish's line, notorious among fans for its peculiar dual-type evolution split that leads to either the Poison-typed Vileplume or the Psychic-typed Bellossom depending on the method used. Its distinctive appearance, featuring a constantly drooping flower and perpetual drowsy expression, makes it visually memorable despite being a transitional stage that most players rush through. As a Grass-type Stage 1 Pokemon from Generation 1, Gloom represents an interesting design choice that emphasizes botanical strangeness over traditional beauty, earning it cult appreciation among players who value creature design depth over competitive viability.
About This Wallpaper
Masako Tomii's illustration of Gloom from the Obsidian Flames set captures the Pokemon's eerie charm with intricate detail and atmospheric shading that elevates this Illustration Rare beyond standard card art. The extended wallpaper format showcases Tomii's delicate linework and the haunting beauty of Gloom's flower bloom, allowing the illustration to breathe across your screen. This rare card art translated into a phone wallpaper preserves the artist's unique approach to color and composition that defines the Obsidian Flames set's most sought-after visuals.
