Politoed – HS—Unleashed (#7)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Politoed (#7) is a Rare Holo card from HeartGold & SoulSilver - HS—Unleashed released in 2010. It showcases artwork by Naoyo Kimura and the Big Chorus attack (30× damage), Flip a coin for each Water Pokémon you have in play. This attack does 30 damage times the number of heads.. TCGplayer market price sits around $6.70, Cardmarket average sale is €3.09, Floor listings start near €0.19.
- TCGplayer market price: $6.70
- Cardmarket trend price: €3.07
- Recent low listing: €0.19
Card Details
- Set
- HS—Unleashed
- Card Number
- 7
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Naoyo Kimura
- HP
- 120
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Leap Frog
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may choose a Water Pokémon on your Bench and switch it with your Active Pokémon. This power can't be used if Politoed is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks & Strategy
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Big Chorus
[Water, Colorless, Colorless]
— 30×
Flip a coin for each Water Pokémon you have in play. This attack does 30 damage times the number of heads.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Politoed from HS—Unleashed (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2010, 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 Politoed 7 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Politoed's Big Chorus deals 30× damage for Water + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin for each Water Pokémon you have in play. This attack does 30 damage times the number of ...
Stats Overview: 120 HP • Water Type • Weak to Lightning ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HS—Unleashed #7 ← Current | 120 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $6.70 |
�📦 HS—Unleashed Set Context
This Politoed is part of the HS—Unleashed expansion , released as part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series in 2010.
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 Politoed 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 HS—Unleashed 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.
- Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from HS—Unleashed
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Politoed 7 was released in 2010 in the HS—Unleashed expansion. This set is part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver 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: HS—Unleashed 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 Politoed 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 Politoed 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: Politoed works best in Water type decks.