Woobat – Dark Explorers (#50)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Woobat (#50) is a Common card from Black & White - Dark Explorers released in 2012. It showcases artwork by Kagemaru Himeno and the Supersonic attack, Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Confused.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.31, Cardmarket average sale is €0.06, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.31
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.06
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Dark Explorers
- Card Number
- 50
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kagemaru Himeno
- HP
- 50
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Swoobat
Attacks & Strategy
-
Supersonic
[Psychic]
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Confused. - Heart Stamp [Psychic, Colorless] — 20
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Woobat from Dark Explorers (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2012, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kagemaru Himeno.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Woobat 50 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Woobat's Supersonic for Psychic energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Confused.
Stats Overview: 50 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Lightning ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Woobat Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dark Explorers #50 ← Current | 50 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.31 |
�📦 Dark Explorers Set Context
This Woobat is part of the Dark Explorers expansion , released as part of the Black & White series in 2012.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kagemaru Himeno, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Woobat card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Common cards from Dark Explorers are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kagemaru Himeno resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Dark Explorers
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Woobat 50 was released in 2012 in the Dark Explorers expansion. This set is part of the Black & White series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kagemaru Himeno. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Dark Explorers is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Woobat with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Woobat card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Psychic energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Woobat works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.