The 2003 Pokémon Skyridge Holo Rare Politoed card (H23) is a sought-after collectible featuring the Water-type Stage 2 Pokémon with 110 HP, illustrated by Atsuko Nishida.
2003 • Pokémon • Skyridge
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The 2003 Pokémon Skyridge Holo Rare Politoed card, designated as H23, stands as a memorable entry in the Skyridge expansion. Designed by Atsuko Nishida, this Water-type Stage 2 Pokémon card features 110 HP and serves as the final evolution of Poliwhirl. Collectors appreciate this holo rare variant for its distinctive foil finish and its place within the early 2000s Pokémon Trading Card Game landscape. In terms of gameplay mechanics, this card offers versatile strategic options through its unique attack suite. The Colorless Sudden Growth attack allows players to attach any number of basic Energy cards from their hand to Politoed, providing significant flexibility in resource management. The WaterColorlessColorless Frog Hop attack introduces an element of chance, dealing 30 damage plus an additional 20 damage if a coin flip results in heads. Meanwhile, the WaterWaterColorlessColorlessColorless Energy Splash attack enables powerful energy redistribution, allowing two Water Energy cards to be moved to one or two benched Pokémon, potentially powering up allies or preparing for future turns. Politoed, known as Pokédex number 186, continues to be a favorite among collectors and players alike. This release captures the essence of the Skyridge set, offering a blend of nostalgic design and functional card play. Whether you are building a vintage collection or seeking to complete the Skyridge set, this holo rare Politoed card remains a valuable addition. The card's enduring appeal lies in its combination of Atsuko Nishida’s artwork and its practical utility in the game, making it a standout piece for enthusiasts of the Pokémon TCG. By focusing on the identity and history of each card, we help collectors build meaningful collections that reflect their passion for the game.
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The core identity of the card within the set.
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Featured
Politoed
Game
Pokémon
Rarity, print treatment, and game-specific stats for this card.
Holo Rare
Atsuko Nishida
Card Stock
English
Holo
110
Water
Stage 2
Poliwhirl
Lightning ×2
2
186
Abilities, attacks, oracle text, and flavor text printed on the card.
Attack: Sudden Growth
Attach any number of basic Energy cards from your hand to Politoed.
Attack: Frog Hop (30+)
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 damage plus 20 more damage.
Attack: Energy Splash (70)
Move 2 Water Energy cards attached to Politoed to 1 or 2 of your Benched Pokémon. (You may put both on the same Pokémon or 1 each on 2 different Pokémon.) If you have no Benched Pokémon, ignore this effect.
FAQ
The Skyridge set, released in 2003, is part of the Ruby & Sapphire expansion series. It introduced several new Pokémon and mechanics that are still relevant in the TCG today, making it a key set for vintage collectors.
Politoed's Sudden Growth attack allows you to attach any number of basic Energy cards from your hand to it. This flexibility helps in rapidly powering up Politoed or other Pokémon, making it a valuable asset for energy-heavy strategies.
The Politoed card in the Skyridge set was illustrated by Atsuko Nishida, a renowned artist in the Pokémon franchise known for her work on various Pokémon cards and official artwork.
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