Hippowdon
Primal Clash · #88

Hippowdon

Hippowdon is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from Primal Clash (#88). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.72 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2015. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.

Primal Clash set collectorsEvolution line completers UnlimitedExpanded
TCGPlayer market $0.72
Cardmarket trend €1.89
Rarity Rare Holo
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Who is this card for?

Hippowdon suits collectors working on Primal Clash who need the Rare Holo 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 Hippowdon from Primal Clash?

Hippowdon is a Pokémon card in Primal Clash numbered 88. It blasts internally stored sand from ports on its body to create a towering twister for attack. National Pokédex #450. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.

What is Hippowdon worth today?

Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.72 for Hippowdon. Low and high spread runs $0.40 to $19.98. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $0.72; Holofoil: $0.72. 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.

SetPrimal Clash
Number88
RarityRare Holo
TCGPlayer USD$0.72
Cardmarket EUR€1.89
Reverse Holofoil $0.72
Holofoil $0.72

Gameplay stats

HP130
TypesFighting
Evolves fromHippopotas
Resistance Desert FightingColorlessColorless 60 During your opponent's next turn, prevent all effects of attacks, including damage, done to this Pokémon by Pokémon-EX.
Double-Edge FightingFightingColorlessColorless 100 This Pokémon does 20 damage to itself.
WeaknessGrass ×2

How collectible is Hippowdon?

Hippowdon is listed as Rare Holo in Primal Clash. 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 Hippowdon?

Catalog fields: set Primal Clash, rarity Rare Holo. Illustrated by Naoyo Kimura. Format status: 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

Hippowdon from Primal Clash should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.

Pros

  • Hippowdon is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in Primal Clash, making set and number verification straightforward.
  • Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $0.72 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $0.72; Holofoil: $0.72).

Cons

  • Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.

Verdict: Use $0.72 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.

FAQ

How much is Hippowdon worth?

Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.72 for ungraded Hippowdon from Primal Clash. 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 Hippowdon from?

Hippowdon is listed in Primal Clash (XY) 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 Hippowdon?

Our catalog lists Hippowdon as Rare Holo in Primal Clash. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.

Is Hippowdon good for collectors or players?

Hippowdon includes gameplay stats in Primal Clash. 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 Hippowdon?

Finish variants of Hippowdon carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $0.72; Holofoil: $0.72 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.

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Trust & data sources. Cactaur displays catalog and market data from pokemontcg.io embedded TCGPlayer/Cardmarket references. Prices change frequently and are not guarantees.

Cactaur does not authenticate cards or guarantee values. Scan your copy in the iPhone app for condition-aware guidance.

Catalog snapshot: 2026-06-12. Last updated: 2026-06-10.