Hippowdon-e4 – Rising Rivals (#42)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Hippowdon-e4 (#42) is an Uncommon card from Platinum - Rising Rivals released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Kagemaru Himeno and the Bite and Crush attack (30+ damage), Flip 2 coins. This attack does 30 damage plus 10 more damage for each heads.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.39, Cardmarket average sale is €0.16, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.39
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.09
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Rising Rivals
- Card Number
- 42
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kagemaru Himeno
- HP
- 90
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Resistances
- Lightning -20
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Sand Armor
If Hippowdon E4 has any Fighting Energy attached to it, any damage done to Hippowdon E4 by attacks is reduced by 10 (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
Attacks & Strategy
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Bite and Crush
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 30+
Flip 2 coins. This attack does 30 damage plus 10 more damage for each heads.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Hippowdon-e4 from Rising Rivals (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kagemaru Himeno.
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 Hippowdon-e4 42 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Hippowdon-e4's Bite and Crush deals 30+ damage for Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip 2 coins. This attack does 30 damage plus 10 more damage for each heads.
Stats Overview: 90 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Water ×2 • Resistant to Lightning -20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rising Rivals #42 ← Current | 90 | 1 attack | Uncommon | $0.39 |
�📦 Rising Rivals Set Context
This Hippowdon-e4 is part of the Rising Rivals expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kagemaru Himeno, 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 Hippowdon-e4 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 Rising Rivals are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kagemaru Himeno resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Hippowdon-e4 42 was released in 2009 in the Rising Rivals expansion. This set is part of the Platinum series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kagemaru Himeno. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Rising Rivals is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Hippowdon-e4 have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Hippowdon-e4 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 Fighting energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Hippowdon-e4 works best in Fighting type decks.