Hippopotas 87/160

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Set: Primal Clash Released: Feb 4, 2015

Pokémon: Hippopotas

Fighting Type Common Illustrator: Yuka Morii Pull Rate:1 in 7.8 packs (12.8%) Evolves To: Hippowdon

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0.59 $0.02 (3.51%)

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Is Hippopotas 87/160 worth grading?

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Break-even $38.32

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Based on $28 grading + shipping and 13% marketplace fees & tax on a $5.34 raw cost.

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Hippopotas 87/160 Population Report

About Hippopotas

It enshrouds itself with sand to protect itself from germs. It does not enjoy getting wet.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Hippopotas
TypeFighting
National Pokédex #[449]
Card Number 87/160
Card RarityCommon
Pull Rate1 in 7.8 packs (12.8%)
IllustratorYuka Morii
LanguageEnglish
Release Date04/02/2015
SeriesXY
Expansion Primal Clash
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 Points90 HP
Weakness Grass ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×3

Attacks

Tackle20
Rolling Tackle50

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Hippopotas standing alertly on a rough, rocky surface, its large eyes wide open as it surveys the natural environment, blending earth tones with a hint of greenery in the blurred background.

Playability Overview

Hippopotas offers a straightforward early-game attacker with solid HP but limited offensive power and a high retreat cost, making it better suited for gradual damage buildup than aggressive strategies.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Sandy HideawayThis Hippopotas card has such a charming, earthy vibe with its rocky backdrop and sandy tones. It feels right at home on a "Desert Dwellers" page. Pair it with similar Pokémon that embody a more rugged environment, like Sandshrew or Trapinch, to enhance the theme of resilience in arid landscapes.Additional Binder Suggestions: Desert / Playful / Warm Earth Tones / Hidden Gems / Sand Protection

Hippopotas 87/160

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