Poliwrath – HS—Unleashed (#21)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Poliwrath (#21) is a Rare card from HeartGold & SoulSilver - HS—Unleashed released in 2010. It showcases artwork by Naoyo Kimura and the Steamroll attack (40 damage), Does 20 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $1.38, Cardmarket average sale is €1.25, Floor listings start near €0.10.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.38
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.18
- Recent low listing: €0.10
Card Details
- Set
- HS—Unleashed
- Card Number
- 21
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Naoyo Kimura
- HP
- 130
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Steamroll
[Water, Colorless]
— 40
Does 20 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) -
Dynamic Punch
[Water, Colorless, Colorless]
— 60+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 60 damage plus 40 more damage and the Defending Pokémon is now Confused.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Poliwrath from HS—Unleashed (Rare) 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 Poliwrath 21 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Poliwrath's Steamroll deals 40 damage for Water + Colorless energy. Special effect: Does 20 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Ben...
Stats Overview: 130 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 #21 ← Current | 130 | 2 attacks | Rare | $1.38 |
�📦 HS—Unleashed Set Context
This Poliwrath 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 Poliwrath 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 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.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Poliwrath 21 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 Poliwrath 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 Poliwrath 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: Poliwrath works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.