Hippowdon – Evolving Skies (#85)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Hippowdon (#85) is an Uncommon card from Sword & Shield - Evolving Skies released in 2021. It showcases artwork by Eri Yamaki and the Hammer In attack (120 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.04, Cardmarket average sale is €0.03, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.04
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.05
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Evolving Skies
- Card Number
- 85
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Eri Yamaki
- HP
- 150
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Hammer In
[Fighting, Fighting, Colorless]
— 120
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (40.0 per energy). -
Sand Press
[Fighting, Fighting, Fighting, Colorless]
— 220
Discard 2 Energy from this Pokémon.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (55.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Hippowdon from Evolving Skies (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Eri Yamaki.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Hippowdon 85 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Hippowdon's Hammer In deals 120 damage for Fighting + Fighting + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 150 HP • Fighting 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 Hippowdon Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evolving Skies #85 ← Current | 150 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $0.04 |
�📦 Evolving Skies Set Context
This Hippowdon is part of the Evolving Skies expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Eri Yamaki, 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 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 Evolving Skies are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Eri Yamaki 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 85 was released in 2021 in the Evolving Skies expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Eri Yamaki. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Evolving Skies represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Hippowdon with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Hippowdon 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 works best in Fighting type decks. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.