Poliwag – Skyridge (#87)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Poliwag (#87) is a Common card from E-Card - Skyridge released in 2003. It showcases artwork by Miki Tanaka and the Sleep Bubble attack (10 damage), The Defending Pokémon is now Asleep.. TCGplayer market price sits around $9.61, Cardmarket average sale is €1.79, Floor listings start near €0.30.
- TCGplayer market price: $9.61
- Cardmarket trend price: €2.56
- Recent low listing: €0.30
Card Details
- Set
- Skyridge
- Card Number
- 87
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Miki Tanaka
- HP
- 40
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Poliwhirl
Attacks & Strategy
-
Sleep Bubble
[Water]
— 10
The Defending Pokémon is now Asleep. -
Doubleslap
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 20×
Flip 2 coins. This attack does 20 damage times the number of heads.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Poliwag from Skyridge (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2003, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Miki Tanaka.
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 Poliwag 87 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Poliwag's Sleep Bubble deals 10 damage for Water energy. Special effect: The Defending Pokémon is now Asleep.
Stats Overview: 40 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.
� Compare Poliwag Cards
Looking for other Poliwag cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skyridge #87 ← Current | 40 | 2 attacks | Common | $9.61 |
�📦 Skyridge Set Context
This Poliwag is part of the Skyridge expansion , released as part of the E-Card series in 2003.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Miki Tanaka, 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 Poliwag 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
- Common cards from Skyridge are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Miki Tanaka 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 Skyridge
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Poliwag 87 was released in 2003 in the Skyridge expansion. This set is part of the E-Card series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Miki Tanaka. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Skyridge 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 Poliwag with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Poliwag 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: Poliwag works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.