Poliwhirl
Poliwhirl is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Neo Discovery (#44). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.94 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2001. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Poliwhirl suits collectors working on Neo Discovery 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 Neo Discovery?
Poliwhirl is a Pokémon card in Neo Discovery numbered 44. The swirl on its belly undulates. Staring at it may gradually cause drowsiness. 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 $1.94 for Poliwhirl. Low and high spread runs $0.94 to $18.94. Per-finish references: unlimited: $1.94; 1stEdition: $7.54. 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 | Neo Discovery |
|---|---|
| Number | 44 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $1.94 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €1.03 |
| unlimited | $1.94 |
| 1stEdition | $7.54 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Evolves from | Poliwag |
| Belly Drum | Colorless Put 3 damage counters on Poliwhirl. If this doesn't Knock Out Poliwhirl, search your deck for 2 Basic Energy cards and attach them to Poliwhirl. Shuffle your deck afterward. |
| Water Gun | WaterWaterColorless 30+ Does 30 damage plus 10 more damage for each Water Energy attached to Poliwhirl 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 Poliwhirl?
Poliwhirl is listed as Uncommon in Neo Discovery. 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 Neo Discovery, rarity Uncommon. Illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno. 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 Neo Discovery should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Poliwhirl is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Neo Discovery, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $1.94 across finishes (unlimited: $1.94; 1stEdition: $7.54).
- Illustrator Kagemaru Himeno 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 $1.94 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 $1.94 for ungraded Poliwhirl from Neo Discovery. 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 Neo Discovery (Neo) as card #44. 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 Neo Discovery. 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 Neo Discovery. 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.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Poliwhirl?
Finish variants of Poliwhirl carry separate market listings. unlimited: $1.94; 1stEdition: $7.54 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.