Mistys poliwhirl – Gym Heroes (#53)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Mistys poliwhirl (#53) is an Uncommon card from Gym - Gym Heroes released in 2000. It showcases artwork by Ken Sugimori and the Rapids attack (20 damage), If the Defending Pokémon has any Energy cards attached to it, flip a coin. If heads, choose 1 of those Energy cards and discard it.. Cardmarket average sale is €2.56, Floor listings start near €0.05.
- Cardmarket trend price: €2.86
- Recent low listing: €0.05
Card Details
- Set
- Gym Heroes
- Card Number
- 53
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ken Sugimori
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
-
Rapids
[Water, Colorless]
— 20
If the Defending Pokémon has any Energy cards attached to it, flip a coin. If heads, choose 1 of those Energy cards and discard it. -
Water Punch
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 30+
Flip a number of coins equal to the number of Water Energy attached to Misty's Poliwhirl. This attack does 30 damage plus 10 damage for each heads.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Mistys poliwhirl from Gym Heroes (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2000, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ken Sugimori.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Mistys poliwhirl 53 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Mistys poliwhirl's Rapids deals 20 damage for Water + Colorless energy. Special effect: If the Defending Pokémon has any Energy cards attached to it, flip a coin. If heads, choose 1 of tho...
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Water Type • Weak to Grass ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Mistys poliwhirl Cards
Looking for other Mistys poliwhirl cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gym Heroes #53 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | N/A |
�📦 Gym Heroes Set Context
This Mistys poliwhirl is part of the Gym Heroes expansion , released as part of the Gym series in 2000.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ken Sugimori, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Mistys poliwhirl card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Uncommon cards from Gym Heroes are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ken Sugimori resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Gym Heroes
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Mistys poliwhirl 53 was released in 2000 in the Gym Heroes expansion. This set is part of the Gym series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Ken Sugimori. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Gym Heroes is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Mistys poliwhirl with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Mistys poliwhirl card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Mistys poliwhirl works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.