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Hippopotas 079/189

Name: Hippopotas #79 - Astral Radiance | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: swsh10-79
Price: 0.1 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Astral Radiance Released: May 27, 2022

Pokémon

Fighting Type Common Pull Rate: 1 in 8 packs (12.5%) Evolves To: Hippowdon

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0.10 $0.03 (42.86%)

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About Hippopotas

Though large and languid, Hippopotas is difficult to detect due to its tendency to burrow into and lurk beneath the soil. When agitated or excited, it expels sand from its nostrils.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Hippopotas
National Pokédex #449
Card Number 079/189
Card RarityCommon
Illustratornagimiso
Release Date27/05/2022
Regulation MarkF
SeriesSword & Shield
Expansion Astral Radiance
Evolves To
Hippowdon
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatLegal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraModern
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionSinnoh
Generation Generation 4

Card Attributes

Energy Type Fighting
Health Points100 HP
Weakness Grass ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×4

Attacks

Mud-Slap30
Rolling Tackle90

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Hippopotas stomping determinedly along a rugged, autumn-hued landscape, while a startled trainer chases from behind under a fiery sky, with mountains and vibrant trees framing the scene.

Playability Overview

Hippopotas offers straightforward damage with modest energy requirements, making it a simple early-game attacker best suited for consistent, low-risk chip damage rather than complex strategies.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Desert AdventureThis Hippopotas card has a fun, playful vibe with its bright colors and dynamic pose. The background of rocky terrain and warm tones evokes a sense of exploration. It would fit perfectly on a page dedicated to sandy landscapes or playful encounters, especially next to other Pokémon that thrive in arid environments.Additional Binder Suggestions: Desert / Playful / Warm Tones / Sand Dunes / Adventure Time