Poliwhirl Collector’s Guide: Illustration Rare from Scarlet & Violet 151

Character Intro

Poliwhirl from the 151 set is an Illustration Rare card with 90 HP and card number 176. It features the lively Frog Hop attack and stands out as a vivid addition for collectors.

Quick Facts

• HP: 90
• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Poliwag)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Attacks:
• Wave Splash (20 damage, costs 1 Water energy)
• Frog Hop (30+ damage, costs 1 Water + 1 Colorless energy; flip a coin, if heads, does 60 more damage)
• Flavor Text: “This Pokémon’s sweat is a slimy mucus. When captured, Poliwhirl can slither from its enemies’ grasp and escape.”
• Illustrator: Gemi
• Rarity: Illustration Rare
• Regulation Mark: G
• Set: Scarlet & Violet 151
• Legality: unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing is from Scarlet & Violet 151, card number 176. It is an Illustration Rare and carries regulation mark G, aligning it with the Scarlet & Violet series.

Variants & Identifiers

No alternate print variants are documented for this Poliwhirl card. Identification relies on the set code “sv3pt5,” card number 176, and the illustrator credit to Gemi. The card’s image can be referenced at /images/sv3pt5/sv3pt5-176.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently listed as legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Players should verify tournament legality before use.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid illustration and maintain card condition, store this Poliwhirl card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or exposure to extreme temperatures to keep the card’s surface and edges intact.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Scarlet & Violet 151: This set includes the Poliwhirl Illustration Rare, showcasing detailed artwork and solid Water-type attacks. The set focuses on Pokémon from the Scarlet & Violet series, with regulation mark G indicating its place in the current generation of cards.