This 1st Edition Poliwhirl (card #036/128) comes from the 2001 Japanese Expedition Base Set, an early e-Reader era expansion of the Pokémon TCG. The card’s artwork by Yuka Morii shows a cute Poliwhirl figurine with its signature spiral belly against a warm, sandy backdrop – a bright, photographic style typical of that period. As a Water-type Stage 1 Pokémon with 70 HP and classic Punch/Bubblebeam attacks, it captures early-2000s gameplay vibes. Collectors will appreciate the nostalgic appeal of the Expedition set: note the distinctive gold “e” logo border, dot-code edge (for interactive e-Reader features), and the bold 1st Edition stamp that mark this vintage trading card as a special piece of Pokémon history.