Politoed
Politoed is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from Legends Awakened (#12). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $25.50 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2008. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Politoed suits collectors working on Legends Awakened who need the Rare Holo slot. Treat $25.50 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Politoed from Legends Awakened?
Politoed is a Pokémon card in Legends Awakened numbered 12. It gathers groups of others as their leader. Its cries make Poliwag obey. National Pokédex #186. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Politoed worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $25.50 for Politoed. Low and high spread runs $29.98 to $380.00. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $25.50; Holofoil: $24.47. 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 | Legends Awakened |
|---|---|
| Number | 12 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $25.50 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €4.01 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $25.50 |
| Holofoil | $24.47 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 120 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Evolves from | Poliwhirl |
| Frog Hop | WaterColorless 40+ Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 40 damage plus 40 more damage. |
| Enthusiasm | If you have Poliwag, Poliwhirl, and Poliwrath in play, each of these Pokémon's attacks does 60 more damage to the Defending Pokémon (before applying Weakness and Resistance). |
| Weakness | Grass +30 |
How collectible is Politoed?
Politoed is listed as Rare Holo in Legends Awakened. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. 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.
What are the key details for Politoed?
Catalog fields: set Legends Awakened, rarity Rare Holo. Illustrated by Masakazu Fukuda. 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
Politoed (#12) is a chase-tier Rare Holo printing in Legends Awakened. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Politoed is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in Legends Awakened, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $25.50 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $25.50; Holofoil: $24.47).
- Illustrator Masakazu Fukuda has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $25.50 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Politoed worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $25.50 for ungraded Politoed from Legends Awakened. 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 Politoed from?
Politoed is listed in Legends Awakened (Diamond & Pearl) as card #12. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Politoed?
Our catalog lists Politoed as Rare Holo in Legends Awakened. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Politoed good for collectors or players?
Politoed includes gameplay stats in Legends Awakened. 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.
Should I grade Politoed?
Grading only makes sense when Politoed appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $25.50, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Politoed?
Finish variants of Politoed carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $25.50; Holofoil: $24.47 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.