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Hoppip card art from Paldea Evolved (sv02-001)

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Overview

Hoppip is a basic Grass-type Pokémon card from the Paldea Evolved expansion, identified by the set code sv02 and card number sv02-001. As a common-card target in the early stages of a match, Hoppip provides a compact foundation for Grass-type decks seeking cheap energy requirements and defensive survivability. Its practical utility lies in its ability to mitigate damage on the opponent’s subsequent turn, offering a small but meaningful stall option while a plan or a stronger attacker is assembled.

This particular Hoppip variant reflects the Paldea region’s Pokémon lineup, reinforcing the ongoing Scarlet & Violet-era design philosophy that introduces familiar pocket-monsters into new sets with reimagined artwork and gameplay contexts. While Hoppip’s base stats are modest—50 HP and a single Grass attack—the card’s value to players often rests in strategic sequencing, resource management, and its evolving role within the broader Paldea Evolved card ecosystem.

Card Information

Pokémon type: Grass
Name (card): Hoppip
Set: Paldea Evolved (sv02)
Rarity: Common
Stage: Basic
HP: 50
Dex number: 187 (Hoppip) in the National Pokédex reference
Evolution line: Hoppip → Skiploom → Jumpluff
Illustrator: Yukiko Baba
Ability/Attacks: Splashing Dodge (Grass) — 10 damage
Attack cost: {Grass}
Effect of Splashing Dodge: Flip a coin. If heads, during your opponent's next turn, prevent all damage from and effects of attacks done to this Pokémon.
Retreat cost: 1
Regulation mark: G
Legal formats: Standard and Expanded
Variants: Normal and Reverse variants exist; First edition and holo versions are not indicated for this specific release
Card count (official/total): 193 / 279 (overall Paldea Evolved card count)
Card image reference: https://assets.tcgdex.net/en/sv/sv02/001
Pricing snapshot: Cardmarket data indicates a small-market value, with non-holo pricing around EUR 0.02–0.04 on average (as of 2025-10-31), and holo variants showing higher averages around EUR 0.08 (for holo), reflecting typical market separation between holo and non-holo copies
Variants_detailed: Normal (standard size), Reverse (standard size)

Gameplay and Strategy

Hoppip’s primary utilitarian value comes from its defensive maneuvering via Splashing Dodge. For a single Grass-energy commitment, this attack permits a coin flip to determine whether Hoppip can negate all damage and corresponding effects directed at it during the opponent’s next turn, effectively providing a one-turn shield in critical moments. This makes Hoppip a viable early-game stall option or a setup piece while a player cultivates a more powerful attacker or leverages Grass-type support to accelerate energy attachment and board development.

In practice, Hoppip is most effective when used to weather initial pressure while a deck transitions to larger targets or cards with broader reach. The combination of a low retreat cost (1) and the ability to “buy time” through Splashing Dodge encourages safeguarding Hoppip as a temporary pivot point. Players may incorporate standard mechanic tools found in many Grass decks—such as energy acceleration, draw support, and efficient switching—so that Hoppip can survive the opening turns without committing excessive resources on a single attacker.

Recommended strategic considerations include:

Opening with Hoppip to establish early pressure relief on the opponent’s assault path, buying time for card draw and hand-refreshing plays.
Pairing with other Grass-type Pokémon that benefit from reduced opponent aggression or that can capitalize on a dumped energy pool once Splashing Dodge has provided a window of safety.
Using the low Retreat cost to reposition Hoppip as needed, enabling smoother access to Switch, Escape Rope, or other retreat-assistance tools within the deck strategy.
Anticipating matchups against faster, high-HP opponents where Hoppip’s shield helps counter-damage for a turn or two while a critical finisher is readied.

Because the attack deals modest damage (10) and HP is relatively fragile at 50, Hoppip is best viewed as a supportive component rather than a primary attacker. Its value increases in formats where defensive play and stall tactics are viable, or where deck archetypes emphasize tempo control and resource management over raw power.

Collector and Market Information

The card is designated as Common, which typically places it lower in rarity-based demand relative to rare or holofoil counterparts. Paldea Evolved expands the Paldea region’s representation in the TCG, and Hoppip’s inclusion as sv02-001 marks its position as the initial listing in that set’s card sequence. The availability of both Normal and Reverse variants contributes to collector interest, particularly for players aiming to complete set memorabilia or for those who prize non-holo-versus-reverse variants for display or trade value.

Market data drawn from Cardmarket (updated 2025-10-31) indicates: - Non-holo average price (EUR): around 0.04 EUR, with a low around 0.02 EUR and a short-term trend around 0.03 EUR - Reverse-foil or holo valuations show higher figures, with average around 0.08 EUR and a reported low near 0.02–0.03 EUR depending on market conditions This pricing supports the general observation that common, non-holo cards sit at very accessible price points, while collectible variants and condition-sensitive copies contribute to a broader market spread.

For collectors, condition, edition status (e.g., First Edition, holo vs. non-holo), and the presence of reverse variants are important factors affecting value. The sv02-001 designation also anchors the card to Paldea Evolved’s release window and the ongoing Scarlet & Violet-expansion cycle, which can influence long-term collectability as new players seek to complete complete-set runs or specific regional variants.

Art and Lore

Illustrated by Yukiko Baba, Hoppip in Paldea Evolved presents the character within the Paldea region’s aesthetic language. Baba’s artwork for this card continues the trend of portraying Hoppip in a light, airy setting that aligns with the Pokémon’s nature as a wind-floating Grass-type creature. While the Pokémon’s in-game lore positions Hoppip as a small, buoyant Pokémon that seeks gentle breezes, the TCG art does not usually encode extensive storylines on individual basic cards. Instead, it contributes to the overall mood and regional identity of the Paldea Evolved subset, reinforcing the visual connection between gameplay and the in-game Paldea environment.

The Paldea Evolved set itself continues the Scarlet & Violet era’s emphasis on regionally themed Pokémon and updated card mechanics, and Hoppip’s appearance adds to the roster of familiar, beloved species presented with contemporary art direction. The illustration’s light coloring, soft lines, and gentle composition are characteristic of Yukiko Baba’s approach, which aims to reflect the Pokémon’s approachable and friendly nature while fitting harmoniously with the Grass-type motif of the card.

Trivia

The card is sv02-001 in the Paldea Evolved set, denoting its position early within the set’s sequence.
First Edition and holo variants are not indicated for this listing; the available variants include Normal and Reverse versions, reflecting common printing practices for base sets.
The card’s price data shows a clear distinction between non-holo and holo values, typical for common Grass-type Pokémon across modern sets.
Hoppip’s attack, Splashing Dodge, provides a one-turn damage barrier on the opponent’s next turn, illustrating a strategic niche for defensive plays within an otherwise modest stat line.
Illustrator Yukiko Baba’s involvement marks the ongoing collaboration with artists who contribute to the Paldea Evolved aesthetic, tying the card to a broader artistic program within the Scarlet & Violet expansion family.

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