Hippowdon – Ultra Prism (#69)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Hippowdon (#69) is a Rare card from Sun & Moon - Ultra Prism released in 2018. It showcases artwork by Shigenori Negishi and the Sand Tomb attack (50 damage), The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.27, Cardmarket average sale is €0.24, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.27
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.18
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Ultra Prism
- Card Number
- 69
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shigenori Negishi
- HP
- 140
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Sand Tomb
[Fighting, Colorless, Colorless]
— 50
The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn. -
Dust Cannon
[Fighting, Fighting, Colorless, Colorless]
— 100+
This attack does 10 more damage for each Colorless in your opponent's Active Pokémon's Retreat Cost.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Hippowdon from Ultra Prism (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Shigenori Negishi.
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 69 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Hippowdon's Sand Tomb deals 50 damage for Fighting + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.
Stats Overview: 140 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra Prism #69 ← Current | 140 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.27 |
�📦 Ultra Prism Set Context
This Hippowdon is part of the Ultra Prism expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Shigenori Negishi, 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 cards from Ultra Prism are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Shigenori Negishi 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 69 was released in 2018 in the Ultra Prism expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Shigenori Negishi. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Ultra Prism 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 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.