Poliwag
Poliwag is a Common Pokémon TCG printing from Base Set 2 (#88). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.49 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2000. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Poliwag suits collectors working on Base Set 2 who need the Common 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 Poliwag from Base Set 2?
Poliwag is a Pokémon card in Base Set 2 numbered 88. Its newly grown legs prevent it from running. It appears to prefer swimming over trying to stand. National Pokédex #60. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Poliwag worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.49 for Poliwag. Low and high spread runs $0.20 to $19.66. 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 Set 2 |
|---|---|
| Number | 88 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.49 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.44 |
| Normal | $0.49 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 40 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Water Gun | Water 10+ Does 10 damage plus 10 more damage for each Water Energy attached to Poliwag but not used to pay for this attack's Energy cost. You can't add more than 20 damage in this way. |
| Weakness | Grass ×2 |
How collectible is Poliwag?
Poliwag is listed as Common in Base Set 2. 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 Poliwag?
Catalog fields: set Base Set 2, rarity Common. 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
Poliwag from Base Set 2 should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Poliwag is catalogued as Common printing in Base Set 2, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $0.49.
- 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 $0.49 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Poliwag worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.49 for ungraded Poliwag from Base Set 2. 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 Poliwag from?
Poliwag is listed in Base Set 2 (Base) as card #88. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Poliwag?
Our catalog lists Poliwag as Common in Base Set 2. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Poliwag good for collectors or players?
Poliwag includes gameplay stats in Base Set 2. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.