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Poliwhirl Base 1999
Card · Base · 1999

Poliwhirl

$1.24 Latest known market value January 16, 2026
Uncommon Water
Curatorial Commentary

The Poliwhirl card captures a moment where this water-type Pokémon stands confidently, its round body and distinctive spiral pattern drawing attention. With its expressive eyes and slightly raised arms, Poliwhirl seems ready to engage, embodying a playful yet determined spirit. The background hints at a watery environment, suggesting a world where it thrives. This snapshot invites viewers to imagine the lively aquatic surroundings that Poliwhirl calls home.

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Catalogue plate № 38/102
Identity
PokémonPoliwhirl
TypeWater
RarityUncommon
StageStage 1
Authorship
IllustratorKen Sugimori
SetBase
Year1999
Plate №38/102
Composition
StyleCartoonishWhimsical
MoodLightheartedPlayful
CompositionClearSimple
PaletteLimitedVibrant
Game mechanics
HP 60
Stage Stage 1 · evolves from Poliwag
Weakness Grass ×2
Retreat
Amnesia

Choose 1 of the Defending Pokémon's attacks. That Pokémon can't use that attack during your opponent's next turn.

Doubleslap 30×

Flip 2 coins. This attack does 30 damage times the number of heads.