Politoed H23/H32
Set: Skyridge
Released: May 12, 2003
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Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #186
- Card Number H23/H32
- Card RarityRare Holo
- IllustratorAtsuko Nishida
- Release Date12/05/2003
- SeriesE-Card
- Expansion Skyridge
- Evolves From
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraVintage
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionJohto
- Generation Generation 2
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Water - Health Points110 HP
- Weakness
Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
Colorless ×2
Water 
Lightning ×2 
Attacks
- Sudden Growth
Attach any number of basic Energy cards from your hand to Politoed.
- Frog Hop30+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 damage plus 20 more damage.
- Energy Splash70
Move 2 Water Energy cards attached to Politoed to 1 or 2 of your Benched Pokémon. (You may put both on the same Pokémon or 1 each on 2 different Pokémon.) If you have no Benched Pokémon, ignore this effect.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Politoed cheerfully emerging from a shimmering, mystical forest puddle, surrounded by sparkling water droplets and glimmering lights that evoke a magical, lively aquatic environment.
Playability Overview
Politoed's ability to rapidly attach and redistribute Water Energy supports flexible energy acceleration strategies, but its average HP and reliance on coin flips limit consistent offensive reliability.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Water WondersPlace this Politoed card in the center of a water-themed page. It’s a great focal point that can be flanked by other Water-type Pokémon, like Gyarados or Blastoise, to create a cohesive aquatic scene. The vibrant colors will really stand out alongside other water cards.Additional Binder Suggestions: Ocean / Playful / Aqua Blue / Froggy Friends / Water Dance
