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Hippowdon
Primal Clash 88/160 • holo-rare
- Set
- Primal Clash
- Number
- 88/160
- Rarity
- Rare Holo
- Released
- 2015
- Energy type
- fighting energy
- Finish
- Holographic
- Market price
- $0.73
- Artist
- Naoyo Kimura
What it does
During your opponent's next turn, prevent all effects of attacks, including damage, done to this Pokémon by Pokémon-EX.
This Pokémon does 20 damage to itself.
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 (88/160) was released in early 2015 as part of the XY—Primal Clash expansion for the Pokémon Trading Card Game. This set was inspired by the mechanics and themes of the Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire video games, specifically focusing on the concept of Primal Reversion and the shift toward powerful, high-impact combat mechanics. The card was designed to reflect the grounded, defensive nature of the species, emphasizing its role as a heavy-hitting Ground-type Pokémon capable of manipulating the battlefield.
The artwork for this card was created by artist 5ban Graphics, a design team frequently commissioned by The Pokémon Company to produce sleek, digitally rendered illustrations for the series. Their approach for this piece was to capture Hippowdon in a dynamic, mid-attack pose that emphasizes its hulking physical form and signature sand-based abilities. Upon release, the card was noted by players for its utility in competitive play, particularly due to its ability to disrupt opponents, though it remains primarily valued today by set collectors seeking to complete the XY-era card lists.
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