Hippopotas
Hippopotas is a Common Pokémon TCG printing from BREAKthrough (#83). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.31 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2015. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Hippopotas suits collectors working on BREAKthrough 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 Hippopotas from BREAKthrough?
Hippopotas is a Pokémon card in BREAKthrough numbered 83. It enshrouds itself with sand to protect itself from germs. It does not enjoy getting wet. National Pokédex #449. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Hippopotas worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.31 for Hippopotas. Low and high spread runs $0.10 to $19.98. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $0.31; Normal: $0.12. 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 | BREAKthrough |
|---|---|
| Number | 83 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.31 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.13 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $0.31 |
| Normal | $0.12 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Fighting |
| Nose Jet | FightingColorlessColorless 30 If the Defending Pokémon tries to attack during your opponent's next turn, your opponent flips a coin. If tails, that attack does nothing. |
| Weakness | Grass ×2 |
How collectible is Hippopotas?
Hippopotas is listed as Common in BREAKthrough. 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 Hippopotas?
Catalog fields: set BREAKthrough, rarity Common. Illustrated by Akira Komayama. 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
Hippopotas from BREAKthrough should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Hippopotas is catalogued as Common printing in BREAKthrough, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $0.31 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $0.31; Normal: $0.12).
- Illustrator Akira Komayama 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 $0.31 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Hippopotas worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.31 for ungraded Hippopotas from BREAKthrough. 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 Hippopotas from?
Hippopotas is listed in BREAKthrough (XY) as card #83. 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 Hippopotas?
Our catalog lists Hippopotas as Common in BREAKthrough. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Hippopotas good for collectors or players?
Hippopotas includes gameplay stats in BREAKthrough. 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 Hippopotas?
Finish variants of Hippopotas carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $0.31; Normal: $0.12 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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