Wingull – Roaring Skies (#18)

Wingull Pokémon card — Roaring Skies #18, Common
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Roaring Skies expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Wingull (#18) is a Common card from XY - Roaring Skies released in 2015. It showcases artwork by MAHOU and the Water Gun attack (10 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.14, Cardmarket average sale is €0.09, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.14
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.10
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.10 (CM) $0.14 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Roaring Skies
Card Number
18
Rarity
✨ Common
Illustrator
🎨 MAHOU
HP
60
Type
💧 Water
Weaknesses
Lightning ×2
Resistances
Fighting -20
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)
Evolves To
Pelipper

Attacks & Strategy

  • Water Gun [Water] — 10
⚔️ Evolution Strategy: Consider pairing with Pelipper for a complete evolution line in competitive decks.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Wingull from Roaring Skies (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2015, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator MAHOU.

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 Wingull 18 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

Key Attack: Wingull's Water Gun deals 10 damage for Water energy.

Stats Overview: 60 HP • Water 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 Wingull Cards

Looking for other Wingull cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.

Set HP Attacks Rarity Avg Price
Roaring Skies #18 ← Current 60 1 attack Common $0.14

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�📦 Roaring Skies Set Context

This Wingull is part of the Roaring Skies expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2015.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by MAHOU, 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.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Wingull card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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 Roaring Skies are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by MAHOU 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: Wingull 18 was released in 2015 in the Roaring Skies 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 MAHOU. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Roaring Skies 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 Wingull have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.

🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building

Maximize the value and playability of your Wingull card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Water energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Wingull works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

🛒 Where to Buy Wingull & Explore More

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