Politoed – Legends Awakened (#12)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Politoed (#12) is a Rare Holo card from Diamond & Pearl - Legends Awakened released in 2008. It showcases artwork by Masakazu Fukuda and the Frog Hop attack (40+ damage), Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 40 damage plus 40 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $14.01, Cardmarket average sale is €5.62, Floor listings start near €1.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $14.01
- Cardmarket trend price: €5.26
- Recent low listing: €1.00
Card Details
- Set
- Legends Awakened
- Card Number
- 12
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Masakazu Fukuda
- HP
- 120
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Grass +30
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
-
Enthusiasm
If you have Poliwag, Poliwhirl, and Poliwrath in play, each of these Pokémon's attacks does 60 more damage to the Defending Pokémon (before applying Weakness and Resistance).
Attacks & Strategy
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Frog Hop
[Water, Colorless]
— 40+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 40 damage plus 40 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Politoed from Legends Awakened (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2008, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Masakazu Fukuda.
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 12 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Politoed's Frog Hop deals 40+ damage for Water + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 40 damage plus 40 more damage.
Stats Overview: 120 HP • Water Type • Weak to Grass +30
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Politoed Cards
Looking for other Politoed cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legends Awakened #12 ← Current | 120 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $14.01 |
�📦 Legends Awakened Set Context
This Politoed is part of the Legends Awakened expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2008.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Masakazu Fukuda, 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 Legends Awakened are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Masakazu Fukuda 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.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Politoed 12 was released in 2008 in the Legends Awakened expansion. This set is part of the Diamond & Pearl series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Masakazu Fukuda. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Legends Awakened 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. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.