Hippopotas (Next Destinies 65) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Hippopotas is a Common Pokémon card from the Next Destinies set, numbered 65. With a sturdy 90 HP and the attack Bite, it offers a straightforward addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 4
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Resistance: Lightning -20
• Attacks:
• Sand Jet: Does 20 damage to one of your opponent’s Benched Pokémon (no Weakness or Resistance applied).
• Bite: Deals 30 damage.

Key Printings

This exact printing of Hippopotas appears in the Black & White series set “Next Destinies” with the set code bw4-65. It is a common rarity card and does not evolve from any other Pokémon.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include its Fighting type, 90 HP, and the illustrator match. The card number is 65 in the Next Destinies set.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its high retreat cost of 4 and moderate damage output suggest a defensive or tactical role rather than aggressive play.

Care & Storage Tips

As a common card with no special variants, standard protective sleeves and storage in a binder or card box are recommended to preserve the artwork and card condition. Avoid exposure to moisture and direct sunlight to maintain card integrity.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Next Destinies (bw4): This set features Hippopotas as a Fighting-type Basic Pokémon with solid HP and two straightforward attacks. It fits well into Fighting-type themed decks but is limited by its high retreat cost. The card’s flavor text and illustration add character depth to this common Pokémon.