Poliwag (Base Set #59) Collector’s Guide

Quick Facts

Poliwag from the Base Set (#59) is a Basic Water-type Pokémon card with 40 HP. It features a single attack, Water Gun, which deals 10 damage plus an additional 10 damage for each extra Water Energy attached (up to two). The card has a retreat cost of 1 and a Grass-type weakness (×2). Illustrated by Ken Sugimori, this Common rarity card is part of the original Base Set series.

Key Printings

• Set: Base
• Card Number: 59
• Rarity: Common
• HP: 40
• Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
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Variants & Identifiers

This exact printing has no known print variants or alternate versions. It does not have a regulation mark or a specified release date. The card is classified as Basic stage with no abilities and no evolutions from other Pokémon.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition of this vintage Base Set Poliwag:
– Store in a protective sleeve and a rigid top-loader or binder.
– Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading.
– Avoid exposure to moisture and extreme temperatures.
– Handle with clean hands to prevent oils or dirt from damaging the card surface.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Base Set: Poliwag #59 is a straightforward Basic Water-type Pokémon card with a simple but scalable Water Gun attack. It reflects the early design and gameplay mechanics of the original Pokémon TCG era.

Legality

• Standard: unknown
• Expanded: unknown
• Unlimited: unknown