Poliwrath
Poliwrath is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from Unseen Forces (#11). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $45.00 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2005. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Poliwrath suits collectors working on Unseen Forces who need the Rare Holo slot. Treat $45.00 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Poliwrath from Unseen Forces?
Poliwrath is a Pokémon card in Unseen Forces numbered 11. It evolves from Poliwhirl. National Pokédex #62. 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 Poliwrath worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $45.00 for Poliwrath. Low and high spread runs $149.99 to $1949.90. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $45.00; Holofoil: $27.37. 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 | Unseen Forces |
|---|---|
| Number | 11 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $45.00 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €15.02 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $45.00 |
| Holofoil | $27.37 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 120 |
|---|---|
| Types | Fighting |
| Evolves from | Poliwhirl |
| Beatdown | FightingColorless 40+ If the Defending Pokémon is a Darkness Pokémon or has Dark in its name, this attack does 40 damage plus 30 more damage. |
| Hyper Splash | WaterColorlessColorless 60+ If the Defending Pokémon is a Stage 2 Evolved Pokémon, this attack does 60 damage plus 30 more damage. |
| Spiral Swirl | If Poliwrath is your Active Pokémon and is Knocked Out by damage from an opponent's attack, the Attacking Pokémon is now Confused. |
| Weakness | Psychic ×2 |
How collectible is Poliwrath?
Poliwrath is listed as Rare Holo in Unseen Forces. 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 Poliwrath?
Catalog fields: set Unseen Forces, rarity Rare Holo. Illustrated by Hajime Kusajima. 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
Poliwrath (#11) is a chase-tier Rare Holo printing in Unseen Forces. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Poliwrath is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in Unseen Forces, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $45.00 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $45.00; Holofoil: $27.37).
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $45.00 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Poliwrath worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $45.00 for ungraded Poliwrath from Unseen Forces. 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 Poliwrath from?
Poliwrath is listed in Unseen Forces (EX) as card #11. 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 Poliwrath?
Our catalog lists Poliwrath as Rare Holo in Unseen Forces. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Poliwrath good for collectors or players?
Poliwrath includes gameplay stats in Unseen Forces. 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 Poliwrath?
Grading only makes sense when Poliwrath appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $45.00, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Poliwrath?
Finish variants of Poliwrath carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $45.00; Holofoil: $27.37 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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