Poliwhirl
Poliwhirl is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Base (#38). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.86 for ungraded copies. The set released in 1999. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Poliwhirl suits collectors working on Base who need the Uncommon slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Poliwhirl from Base?
Poliwhirl is a Pokémon card in Base numbered 38. Capable of living in or out of water. When out of water, it sweats to keep its body slimy. National Pokédex #61. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Poliwhirl worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.86 for Poliwhirl. Low and high spread runs $0.26 to $9999.00. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Base |
|---|---|
| Number | 38 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $1.86 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €3.40 |
| Normal | $1.86 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 60 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Evolves from | Poliwag |
| Amnesia | WaterWater Choose 1 of the Defending Pokémon's attacks. That Pokémon can't use that attack during your opponent's next turn. |
| Doubleslap | WaterWaterColorless 30× Flip 2 coins. This attack does 30 damage times the number of heads. |
| Weakness | Grass ×2 |
How collectible is Poliwhirl?
Poliwhirl is listed as Uncommon in Base. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Poliwhirl?
Catalog fields: set Base, rarity Uncommon. Illustrated by Ken Sugimori. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Poliwhirl from Base should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Poliwhirl is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Base, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $1.86.
- Illustrator Ken Sugimori has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $1.86 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Poliwhirl worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.86 for ungraded Poliwhirl from Base. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Poliwhirl from?
Poliwhirl is listed in Base (Base) as card #38. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
How rare is Poliwhirl?
Our catalog lists Poliwhirl as Uncommon in Base. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Poliwhirl good for collectors or players?
Poliwhirl includes gameplay stats in Base. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.