Artist Behind Pokémon 30th Anniversary Jirachi SIR Card Gives Tearful Response to Late Influencer's Heart-Wrenching Final Pack Opening
The artist behind a Pokémon 30th Anniversary Jirachi SIR card has responded after beloved influencer Avery the Poké Kid pulled the card in his last pack opening before his death from pancreatic cancer.
Artist Akira Egawa, known for the Jirachi SIR card featured in a young influencer's final pack opening, has been deeply moved by the video of Avery the Poké Kid's last pull before his death. Avery, who battled pancreatic cancer, was just 12 when he passed away on September 19, 2026. His parents shared a heartwarming video of his final pack opening, where he excitedly revealed the Jirachi SIR card.
The viral moment touched fans worldwide and resonated with Egawa, who expressed her emotional response on social media. Jirachi, a Legendary Pokémon, awakens only once every thousand years if sung to with a voice of purity. Avery's influence in the Pokémon community was significant, with a massive following of 313,000 fans. A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to help cover the medical expenses of Avery's family, nearing its $130,000 goal.
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