Poliwhirl
Poliwhirl is a Common Pokémon TCG printing from Twilight Masquerade (#42). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.15 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2024. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Poliwhirl suits collectors working on Twilight Masquerade 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 Poliwhirl from Twilight Masquerade?
Poliwhirl is a Pokémon card in Twilight Masquerade numbered 42. Its skin is moist all over its body. The skin on its belly spiral also feels smooth. 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 $0.15 for Poliwhirl. Low and high spread runs $0.01 to $1000.10. Per-finish references: Normal: $0.15; Reverse Holofoil: $0.28. 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 | Twilight Masquerade |
|---|---|
| Number | 42 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.15 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.04 |
| Normal | $0.15 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $0.28 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 100 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Evolves from | Poliwag |
| Hypnosis | Water Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Asleep. |
| Double Slap | ColorlessColorless 30× Flip 2 coins. This attack does 30 damage for each heads. |
| Weakness | Lightning ×2 |
How collectible is Poliwhirl?
Poliwhirl is listed as Common in Twilight Masquerade. 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 Twilight Masquerade, rarity Common, regulation H. Illustrated by OKACHEKE. Format status: Standard and Expanded. 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 Twilight Masquerade should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Poliwhirl is catalogued as Common printing in Twilight Masquerade, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $0.15 across finishes (Normal: $0.15; Reverse Holofoil: $0.28).
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $0.15 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 $0.15 for ungraded Poliwhirl from Twilight Masquerade. 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 Twilight Masquerade (Scarlet & Violet) as card #42. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Poliwhirl?
Our catalog lists Poliwhirl as Common in Twilight Masquerade. 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 Twilight Masquerade. 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. Normal: $0.15; Reverse Holofoil: $0.28 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.