Hippopotas 84 / 203 Pokemon Card from Evolving Skies Set

Hippopotas — Evolving Skies 84/203 Pokémon TCG card

Hippopotas is a Basic Fighting-type Pokémon with 100 HP. It is illustrated by artist Yuya Oka and is part of the Evolving Skies set from the Sword & Shield…

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About the Hippopotas Pokémon Card

Hippopotas is a Fighting-type Pokémon card with 100 HP from the Evolving Skies set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 84/203 and is classified as Common. The Evolving Skies set was released on August 27, 2021.

The card includes the flavor text: “This Pokémon is active during the day and passes the cold desert nights burrowed snugly into the sand.”.

Hippopotas Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Hippopotas

Card number: 84/203

Set: Evolving Skies

Series: Sword & Shield

Rarity: Common

Subtypes: Basic

Type: Fighting

HP: 100

Artist: Yuya Oka

Release date: August 27, 2021

National Pokédex number: 449

Why Collect the Hippopotas Pokémon Card?

Hippopotas is most often collected as part of a complete Evolving Skies set rather than as a standalone chase card.

Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.

Artwork and Illustration of the Hippopotas Pokémon Card

Hippopotas was illustrated by Yuya Oka.

Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.

Market Price and Value of the Hippopotas Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Hippopotas is about $0.18. Recent listings range from roughly $0.01 (low) to

9.98 (high), with a mid-point near $0.20. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.

For context, the Evolving Skies set has a median card value near $0.37 and an average near $33.30, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved 0% over the last 7 days and 0% over 30 days.

Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Evolving Skies set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Hippopotas Pokémon Card

Whether Hippopotas is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.

Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.

PSA has graded 1 copy of this card, of which 1 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 100.0%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.

How Rare Is the Hippopotas Pokémon Card?

As a Common card, Hippopotas was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 1 copy to date.

Other Printings of Hippopotas

Hippopotas appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Primal Clash 87 (around $4.17), Rising Rivals 64 (around $4.16) and Diamond & Pearl 51 (around $4.13).

These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.

Final Thoughts on the Hippopotas Pokémon Card

The Hippopotas pokémon card is a Common card from the Evolving Skies set (Sword & Shield series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Evolving Skies set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.18; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Hippopotas card from?

Hippopotas is from the Evolving Skies set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 84/203 with the Common rarity.

What rarity is the Hippopotas card?

Hippopotas is classified as Common.

How much is the Hippopotas 84/203 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about $0.18, within a recent range of roughly $0.01 to

9.98. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Hippopotas card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 1 copy so far, with about 100.0% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Hippopotas?

PSA has graded 1 copies, of which 1 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 100.0%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Hippopotas card?

As a Common card, Hippopotas was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.

When was the Evolving Skies set released?

The Evolving Skies set was released on August 27, 2021.

Are there other printings of Hippopotas?

Yes. Hippopotas appears on 15 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.