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Poliwag

Unbroken Bonds 36/214 • common

Set: Unbroken Bonds
Number: 36/214
Rarity: Common
Released: 2019
Energy type: water energy
Market price: $0.21
Artist: Midori Harada

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What it's worth

$0.21market price via TCGplayer · Sep 21, 2026$0.12 – $0.25 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This water-type card features a familiar creature, serving as a foundational element for players looking to build cohesive elemental decks. As a common entry within its set, it represents a standard yet essential piece for those gathering a complete collection of these distinct illustrations.

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What it does

50 HPBasic

AbilityRound ‘n' Round

You can use this Ability only if you go second. Once during your first turn (before your attack), you may leave your opponent's Active Pokémon Confused.

Cost: water energyWatering10

Weaknessgrass energy×2Retreatcolorless energy

Despite the danger, it wants to come up on land. So it does its best to waddle along, but when an enemy finds it, it rushes back to the water.

Formats

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Provenance

Where it came from

Poliwag was included in the Unbroken Bonds expansion of the Pokémon Trading Card Game, which was released in May 2019. The set focused on the synergy between Pokémon partners, drawing inspiration from the Sun and Moon era of the franchise. As a common card, this Poliwag served as a foundational entry for players building out water-type decks during a period defined by Tag Team Pokémon-GX cards.

The artwork for this card was illustrated by Shibuzoh, who depicted the tadpole-like Pokémon in a bright, aquatic setting. The design maintains the classic, recognizable aesthetic established in the early days of the series, emphasizing the spiral pattern on its belly. Upon release, the card was widely distributed in booster packs, becoming a staple for collectors aiming to complete the set or those who favor early-generation designs.

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