Misty’s Poliwhirl Collector’s Guide

Overview

Misty’s Poliwhirl is an uncommon card from the Gym Heroes set, numbered 53. With 70 HP and two attacks—Rapids and Water Punch—it captures the essence of Misty’s iconic Pokémon with a straightforward, effective design.

Quick Facts

Card Details

• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Attacks:
• Rapids: Potentially discards an Energy card from the opponent’s Pokémon.
• Water Punch: Deals 30 damage plus extra based on coin flips tied to Water Energy attached.
• Abilities: None
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Regulation Mark: None

Key Printings

This exact printing of Misty’s Poliwhirl appears in the Gym Heroes set, identified by the set code “gym1” and card number 53. It is classified as an Uncommon card and is part of the Water-type lineup supporting Misty’s Gym theme.

Variants & Identifiers

No known print variants exist for this card. Identification is straightforward through its set code “gym1-53,” the distinctive Ken Sugimori artwork, and its unique attacks “Rapids” and “Water Punch.” The card’s image can be referenced at /images/gym1/gym1-53.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality status: unknown.
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
  Players should verify tournament rules before use.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Uncommon rarity and classic illustration, maintaining edge and surface quality is essential for collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Gym Heroes: This set focuses on Gym Leaders and their signature Pokémon, with Misty’s Poliwhirl representing the Water-type specialty. The card fits well into thematic decks emphasizing energy manipulation and coin-flip mechanics.