Poliwhirl
Poliwhirl is a Common Pokémon TCG printing from Skyridge (#88). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $30.03 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2003. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Poliwhirl suits collectors working on Skyridge who need the Common slot. Treat $30.03 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Poliwhirl from Skyridge?
Poliwhirl is a Pokémon card in Skyridge numbered 88. It evolves from Poliwag. National Pokédex #61. 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 is Poliwhirl worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $30.03 for Poliwhirl. Low and high spread runs $31.29 to $705.76. 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 | Skyridge |
|---|---|
| Number | 88 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $30.03 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €2.96 |
| Normal | $30.03 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Evolves from | Poliwag |
| Twiddle | Colorless Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Confused. If tails, the Defending Pokémon is now Asleep. |
| Double Kick | ColorlessColorlessColorless 30× Flip 2 coins. This attack does 30 damage times the number of heads. |
| Weakness | Lightning ×2 |
How collectible is Poliwhirl?
Poliwhirl is listed as Common in Skyridge. 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 Poliwhirl?
Catalog fields: set Skyridge, rarity Common. Illustrated by Hisao Nakamura. 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 (#88) is a chase-tier Common printing in Skyridge. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Poliwhirl is catalogued as Common printing in Skyridge, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $30.03.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $30.03 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 $30.03 for ungraded Poliwhirl from Skyridge. 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 Skyridge (E-Card) as card #88. 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 Common in Skyridge. 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 Skyridge. 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 Poliwhirl?
Grading only makes sense when Poliwhirl appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $30.03, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.