Poliwrath 15/130
Set: Base Set 2
Released: Feb 24, 2000
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About Poliwrath
An adept swimmer at both the front crawl and breaststroke. Easily overtakes the best human swimmers.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #62
- Card Number 15/130
- Card RarityRare Holo
- IllustratorKen Sugimori
- Release Date24/02/2000
- SeriesBase
- Expansion Base Set 2
- Evolves From
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraVintage
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionKanto
- Generation Generation 1
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Water - Health Points90 HP
- Weakness
Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
Colorless ×3
Water 
Grass ×2 
Attacks
- Water Gun30+
Does 30 damage plus 10 more damage for each Water Energy attached to Poliwrath but not used to pay for this attack's Energy cost. You can't add more than 20 damage in this way.
- Whirlpool40
If the Defending Pokémon has any Energy cards attached to it, choose 1 of them and discard it.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Poliwrath standing firmly with clenched fists, its spiral belly prominently displayed against a shimmering, starry background, exuding strength and determination in a cosmic aquatic setting.
Playability Overview
Poliwrath offers powerful attacks with energy manipulation, but its high retreat cost and reliance on Water Energy limit its efficiency in fast-paced competitive play.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Cosmic WatersThis Poliwrath looks great as a center card on a water-themed page with a cosmic twist. Its starry, dark background pairs well with deep-blue or psychic-type Pokémon that have galactic or night-sky vibes. It stands out nicely against lighter water types.Additional Binder Suggestions: Ocean / Cool / Dark Blue / Galaxy / Night Swim
