Wailord – Primal Clash (#38)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Wailord (#38) is a Rare Holo Ex card from XY - Primal Clash released in 2015. It showcases artwork by Eske Yoshinob and the High Breaching attack (120 damage), This Pokémon is now Asleep.. TCGplayer market price sits around $3.39, Cardmarket average sale is €6.58, Floor listings start near €1.45.
- TCGplayer market price: $3.39
- Cardmarket trend price: €6.92
- Recent low listing: €1.45
Card Details
- Set
- Primal Clash
- Card Number
- 38
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Ex
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Eske Yoshinob
- HP
- 250
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Water Veil
Whenever you attach an Energy card from your hand to this Pokémon, remove all Special Conditions from it.
Attacks & Strategy
-
High Breaching
[Water, Water, Water, Water, Water]
— 120
This Pokémon is now Asleep.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Wailord from Primal Clash (Rare Holo Ex) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2015, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Eske Yoshinob.
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 38 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Wailord's High Breaching deals 120 damage for Water + Water + Water + Water + Water energy. Special effect: This Pokémon is now Asleep.
Stats Overview: 250 HP • Water Type • Weak to Grass ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Wailord Cards
Looking for other Wailord cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primal Clash #38 ← Current | 250 | 1 attack | Rare Holo Ex | $3.39 |
�📦 Primal Clash Set Context
This Wailord is part of the Primal Clash expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2015.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Eske Yoshinob, 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 Ex cards from Primal Clash are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Eske Yoshinob 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 38 was released in 2015 in the Primal Clash expansion. This set is part of the XY series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Eske Yoshinob. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Primal Clash 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.