Poliwhirl (Base Set #38) Collector’s Guide

Quick Facts

Poliwhirl from the Base set is a Stage 1 Water-type Pokémon with 60 HP. It evolves from Poliwag and features two attacks: Amnesia, which disables one of the opponent’s attacks for their next turn, and Doubleslap, which deals variable damage based on coin flips. This card has a retreat cost of 1 and a Grass-type weakness (×2). It is illustrated by Ken Sugimori and classified as Uncommon rarity. The card’s legality status is unknown.

Key Printings

• Set: Base
• Card Number: 38
• Rarity: Uncommon
• Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
• HP: 60
• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Poliwag)

Variants & Identifiers

This exact printing has no known print variants. It is identified by the set code “base1” and card number 38. The card does not have a regulation mark or additional subtypes beyond Stage 1.

Care & Storage Tips

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

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Base Set: Poliwhirl #38 is part of the original Base set, featuring classic artwork by Ken Sugimori and foundational gameplay mechanics. This card is notable for its utility in disabling opponent attacks with Amnesia and its variable damage Doubleslap attack.

Legality: unknown