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Poliwhirl

151 176/165 • ultra-rare

Set: 151
Number: 176/165
Rarity: Illustration Rare
Released: 2023
Energy type: water energy
Finish: Full art
Market price: $45.68
Artist: Gemi

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What it's worth

$45.68market price via TCGplayer · Aug 30, 2026$41.63 – $66.43 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This Illustration Rare card showcases the water-type Poliwhirl through an artistic lens that prioritizes visual storytelling over standard design. As an ultra-rare entry in the set, it is highly sought after by collectors who value the specific aesthetic quality and elevated presentation of these unique, set-specific illustrations.

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Card face

What it does

90 HPStage 1

Cost: water energyWave Splash20

Cost: water energy colorless energyFrog Hop30+

Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 60 more damage.

Weaknesslightning energy×2Retreatcolorless energy

This Pokémon's sweat is a slimy mucus. When captured, Poliwhirl can slither from its enemies' grasp and escape.

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Provenance

Where it came from

Poliwhirl appears as card 176/165 in the Scarlet & Violet—151 expansion, which was released in 2023 to commemorate the original generation of Pokémon. The set was designed to resonate with longtime fans by featuring the original 151 species in their original Kanto Pokédex order, providing a nostalgic anchor for the modern Scarlet & Violet card mechanics.

This specific iteration is classified as an Illustration Rare, a subset focused on artistic storytelling rather than competitive utility. It was illustrated by Atsushi Furusawa, who depicted the Water-type Pokémon in a vibrant, tactile style that emphasizes its environment. The card was well-received by collectors for its artistic departure from standard holographic designs, highlighting a more atmospheric and personal portrayal of the character.

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About

About Poliwhirl

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