Poliwrath 21 / 95 Pokemon Card from HS—Unleashed Set

Poliwrath — HS—Unleashed 21/95 Pokémon TCG card

Poliwrath is a Stage 2 Water-type Pokémon with 130 HP. It is illustrated by artist Naoyo Kimura and is part of the HS—Unleashed set from the HeartGold &…

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About the Poliwrath Pokémon Card

Poliwrath is a Water-type Pokémon card with 130 HP from the HS—Unleashed set, part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series. It carries the collector number 21/95 and is classified as Rare. The HS—Unleashed set was released on May 12, 2010.

The card includes the flavor text: “Although an energetic, skilled swimmer that uses all of its muscles, it lives on dry land.”.

Poliwrath Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Poliwrath

Card number: 21/95

Set: HS—Unleashed

Series: HeartGold & SoulSilver

Rarity: Rare

Subtypes: Stage 2

Type: Water

HP: 130

Artist: Naoyo Kimura

Release date: May 12, 2010

National Pokédex number: 62

Why Collect the Poliwrath Pokémon Card?

Poliwrath is a solid addition to the HS—Unleashed set, and clean, well-centred copies are the most desirable to collectors who grade their cards.

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

Artwork and Illustration of the Poliwrath Pokémon Card

Poliwrath was illustrated by Naoyo Kimura.

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

Market Price and Value of the Poliwrath Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Poliwrath is about $9.53. Recent listings range from roughly $4.00 (low) to $57.30 (high), with a mid-point near $6.70. 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 HS—Unleashed set has a median card value near $6.29 and an average near

3.67, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -89% over the last 7 days and -92% 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 HS—Unleashed set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Poliwrath Pokémon Card

Whether Poliwrath 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.

How Rare Is the Poliwrath Pokémon Card?

Rare cards like Poliwrath are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.

Other Printings of Poliwrath

Poliwrath appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Skyridge H24 (around $400), Skyridge 26 (around

02) and Neo Discovery 9 (around $76.39).

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 Poliwrath Pokémon Card

The Poliwrath pokémon card is a Rare card from the HS—Unleashed set (HeartGold & SoulSilver series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the HS—Unleashed set. Its current aggregated market price is about $9.53; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Poliwrath card from?

Poliwrath is from the HS—Unleashed set (HeartGold & SoulSilver series), numbered 21/95 with the Rare rarity.

What rarity is the Poliwrath card?

Poliwrath is classified as Rare.

How much is the Poliwrath 21/95 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about $9.53, within a recent range of roughly $4.00 to $57.30. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Poliwrath card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

How rare is the Poliwrath card?

Rare cards like Poliwrath are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.

When was the HS—Unleashed set released?

The HS—Unleashed set was released on May 12, 2010.

Are there other printings of Poliwrath?

Yes. Poliwrath appears on 28 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.