Wailord – Silver Tempest (#38)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Wailord (#38) is an Uncommon card from Sword & Shield - Silver Tempest released in 2022. It showcases artwork by Shinya Komatsu and the Special Wave attack (120+ damage), If this Pokémon has any Special Energy attached, this attack does 120 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.10, Cardmarket average sale is €0.06, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.10
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.06
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Silver Tempest
- Card Number
- 38
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shinya Komatsu
- HP
- 200
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation F ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Jumbo-Sized
This Pokémon takes 30 less damage from attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
Attacks & Strategy
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Special Wave
[Water, Water, Water, Colorless]
— 120+
If this Pokémon has any Special Energy attached, this attack does 120 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Wailord from Silver Tempest (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2022, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Shinya Komatsu.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Wailord 38 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark F, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Wailord's Special Wave deals 120+ damage for Water + Water + Water + Colorless energy. Special effect: If this Pokémon has any Special Energy attached, this attack does 120 more damage.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Tempest #38 ← Current | 200 | 1 attack | Uncommon | $0.10 |
�📦 Silver Tempest Set Context
This Wailord is part of the Silver Tempest expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2022.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Shinya Komatsu, 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
- Uncommon cards from Silver Tempest are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Shinya Komatsu 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 2022 in the Silver Tempest expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Shinya Komatsu. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Silver Tempest represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
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 Standard, 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. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.