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Hippopotas — Majestic Dawn Pokémon card

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HippopotasMajestic Dawn #66 Pokémon Card

Majestic Dawn·#66·2008

Hippopotas, the Hippo Pokémon, is a Ground-type from Generation IV, known for its unique sand-based biology and its evolution into Hippowdon. This specific card from the 2008 Majestic Dawn set is a common variant, distinguished by its clear artwork and thematic attacks. Here, you will find comprehensive details on its Pokédex lore, attack mechanics, energy costs, and its weakness to Water-type Pokémon. This page is designed for collectors and fans interested in the card's historical context, its collectibility, and answers to common questions about this particular printing.

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Card Number
#66
Release Date
May 20, 2008
Language
EN
Set Code
md

Hippopotas is a Ground-type Pokémon introduced in Generation IV, originating from the arid desert regions of the Sinnoh continent. Known as the "Hippo Pokémon," it is recognizable by its distinctive sand-colored body and the sand it constantly expels from its snout, which helps it regulate its body temperature and serves as a protective layer. Hippopotas is a basic Pokémon that evolves into Hippowdon. In the wild, Hippopotas are often found burrowing in sand, using their powerful snouts to dig extensive tunnels where they can stay cool from the scorching sun. Their diet primarily consists of mineral-rich sand, which is essential for their growth and development. In the Pokémon anime, Hippopotas often appear as gentle creatures, sometimes getting into tricky situations due to their curious nature or inadvertently causing sand-related mischief. Its unique adaptation to desert life and its evolution into the formidable Hippowdon make it a memorable part of the Sinnoh region's diverse ecosystem.

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