Politoed
Politoed is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from Guardians Rising (#25). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.86 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2017. Compare recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish before buying.
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Who is this card for?
Politoed suits collectors working on Guardians Rising who need the Rare Holo slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. This printing is from Guardians Rising.
What is Politoed from Guardians Rising?
Politoed is a Pokémon card in Guardians Rising numbered 25. They gather on moonlit nights to form a large chorus. Their cries sound angry and not at all pleasant, but they are certainly distinctive. National Pokédex #186. This printing is from Guardians Rising.
What is Politoed worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.86 for Politoed. Low and high spread runs $1.00 to $19.94. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $2.86; Holofoil: $2.32. This printing is from Guardians Rising. Collector number 25 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Guardians Rising |
|---|---|
| Number | 25 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $2.86 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €1.06 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $2.86 |
| Holofoil | $2.32 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 130 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Evolves from | Poliwhirl |
| Roll Call | Water Search your deck for a Poliwag, a Poliwhirl, and a Poliwrath, and put them onto your Bench. Then, shuffle your deck. |
| Hyper Jump | WaterColorlessColorless 100 You may shuffle this Pokémon and all cards attached to it into your deck. |
| Weakness | Grass ×2 |
How collectible is Politoed?
Politoed is listed as Rare Holo in Guardians Rising. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. This printing is from Guardians Rising. Collector number 25 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
What are the key details for Politoed?
Catalog fields: set Guardians Rising, rarity Rare Holo. Illustrated by Saya Tsuruta. Format status: Expanded. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. This printing is from Guardians Rising. Collector number 25 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare Holo.
Cactaur's take
Politoed from Guardians Rising should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Politoed is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in Guardians Rising, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $2.86 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $2.86; Holofoil: $2.32).
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $2.86 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Politoed worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.86 for ungraded Politoed from Guardians Rising. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo.
What set is Politoed from?
Politoed is listed in Guardians Rising (Sun & Moon) as card #25. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Politoed?
Our catalog lists Politoed as Rare Holo in Guardians Rising. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Politoed good for collectors or players?
Politoed includes gameplay stats in Guardians Rising. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. This printing is from Guardians Rising.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Politoed?
Finish variants of Politoed carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $2.86; Holofoil: $2.32 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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