Hippowdon – Primal Clash (#88)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Hippowdon (#88) is a Rare Holo card from XY - Primal Clash released in 2015. It showcases artwork by Naoyo Kimura and the Resistance Desert attack (60 damage), During your opponent's next turn, prevent all effects of attacks, including damage, done to this Pokémon by Pokémon-EX.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.59, Cardmarket average sale is €1.04, Floor listings start near €0.50.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.59
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.02
- Recent low listing: €0.50
Card Details
- Set
- Primal Clash
- Card Number
- 88
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Naoyo Kimura
- HP
- 130
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Resistance Desert
[Fighting, Colorless, Colorless]
— 60
During your opponent's next turn, prevent all effects of attacks, including damage, done to this Pokémon by Pokémon-EX. -
Double-Edge
[Fighting, Fighting, Colorless, Colorless]
— 100
This Pokémon does 20 damage to itself.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Hippowdon from Primal Clash (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2015, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Naoyo Kimura.
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 88 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Hippowdon's Resistance Desert deals 60 damage for Fighting + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: During your opponent's next turn, prevent all effects of attacks, including damage, done to this Pok...
Stats Overview: 130 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.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primal Clash #88 ← Current | 130 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $0.59 |
�📦 Primal Clash Set Context
This Hippowdon is part of the Primal Clash expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2015.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Naoyo Kimura, 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
- Rare Holo cards from Primal Clash are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Naoyo Kimura 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 88 was released in 2015 in the Primal Clash expansion. This set is part of the XY series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Naoyo Kimura. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Primal Clash 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 with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in 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.