Wailord – Dragons Exalted (#26)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Wailord (#26) is a Rare Holo card from Black & White - Dragons Exalted released in 2012. It showcases artwork by match and the Water Cannon attack (30× damage), Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 damage times the amount of Water Energy attached to this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.37, Cardmarket average sale is €4.05, Floor listings start near €0.35.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.37
- Cardmarket trend price: €2.60
- Recent low listing: €0.35
Card Details
- Set
- Dragons Exalted
- Card Number
- 26
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 match
- HP
- 200
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Water Cannon
[Water]
— 30×
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 damage times the amount of Water Energy attached to this Pokémon. -
Giant Wave
[Water, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 80
This Pokémon can't use Giant Wave during your next turn.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Wailord from Dragons Exalted (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2012, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator match.
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 Wailord 26 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Wailord's Water Cannon deals 30× damage for Water energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 damage times the amount of Water Energy attached to this ...
Stats Overview: 200 HP • Water Type • Weak to Lightning ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dragons Exalted #26 ← Current | 200 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $1.37 |
�📦 Dragons Exalted Set Context
This Wailord is part of the Dragons Exalted expansion , released as part of the Black & White series in 2012.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by match, 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 Wailord 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
- Rare Holo cards from Dragons Exalted are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by match resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Wailord 26 was released in 2012 in the Dragons Exalted 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 match. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Dragons Exalted is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Wailord with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Wailord 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 Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Wailord works best in Water type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.