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Politoed
Legends Awakened 12/146 • holo-rare
- Set
- Legends Awakened
- Number
- 12/146
- Rarity
- Rare Holo
- Released
- 2008
- Energy type
- water energy
- Finish
- Cosmos
- Market price
- $38.00
- Artist
- Masakazu Fukuda
What it does
If you have Poliwag, Poliwhirl, and Poliwrath in play, each of these Pokémon's attacks does 60 more damage to the Defending Pokémon (before applying Weakness and Resistance).
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 40 damage plus 40 more damage.
It gathers groups of others as their leader. Its cries make Poliwag obey.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- ExpandedNot legal
- UnlimitedLegal
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Where it came from
The Politoed card from the Legends Awakened expansion was released in 2008 as part of the Diamond & Pearl Series of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. This set was notable for its focus on powerful Pokémon and high-level mechanics, drawing inspiration from the Nintendo DS games Pokémon Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum. The card represents the final evolutionary stage of Poliwag, a beloved line that has remained a staple in the franchise since the original Red and Blue games.
The artwork for this card features the work of illustrator Ken Sugimori, the primary designer of the original 151 Pokémon. His design approach for this holographic rare card utilizes a classic, clean aesthetic that highlights the creature's whimsical yet capable appearance. Upon its release, the card was well-received by players and collectors alike, valued for its place in the expanded competitive landscape of the era and its status as a sought-after holo-rare addition to the collection.
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