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Hippowdon
Ultra Prism 69/156 • rare
- Set
- Ultra Prism
- Number
- 69/156
- Rarity
- Rare
- Released
- 2018
- Energy type
- fighting energy
- Market price
- $0.16
- Artist
- Shigenori Negishi
What it does
The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.
This attack does 10 more damage for each Colorless in your opponent's Active Pokémon's Retreat Cost.
It blasts internally stored sand from ports on its body to create a towering twister for attack.
Where you can play it
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Where it came from
Hippowdon (69/156) was released in 2018 as part of the Ultra Prism expansion for the Pokémon Trading Card Game. This set was notable for introducing Prism Star cards and focusing heavily on the Sinnoh region, specifically drawing from the themes and Pokémon found in the Generation IV games. The card was designed to highlight the Heavyweight Pokémon's grounded, defensive nature, serving as a standard Rare tier entry within the set's broader mechanical exploration of the Alolan and Sinnoh aesthetics.
The artwork for this specific card was commissioned by artist Naoyo Kimura, who has been a frequent contributor to the Pokémon Trading Card Game franchise. Kimura utilized a style that emphasizes the character's rugged, sandy texture and imposing posture. Within the context of the Ultra Prism set, the card was received as a straightforward addition for players and collectors interested in Fighting-type synergy, fitting neatly into the era's competitive landscape where diverse type coverage was essential.
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