Wooper 38 / 98 Pokemon Card from Ancient Origins Set

Wooper — Ancient Origins 38/98 Pokémon TCG card

Wooper is a Basic Fighting-type Pokémon with 60 HP. It is illustrated by artist Sumiyoshi Kizuki and is part of the Ancient Origins set in the XY series. The…

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About the Wooper Pokémon Card

Wooper is a Fighting-type Pokémon card with 60 HP from the Ancient Origins set, part of the XY series. It carries the collector number 38/98 and is classified as Common. The Ancient Origins set was released on August 12, 2015.

The card includes the flavor text: “When the temperature cools in the evening, they emerge from water to seek food along the shore.”.

Wooper Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Wooper

Card number: 38/98

Set: Ancient Origins

Series: XY

Rarity: Common

Subtypes: Basic

Type: Fighting

HP: 60

Artist: Sumiyoshi Kizuki

Release date: August 12, 2015

National Pokédex number: 194

Why Collect the Wooper Pokémon Card?

Wooper is most often collected as part of a complete Ancient Origins set rather than as a standalone chase card.

Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.

Artwork and Illustration of the Wooper Pokémon Card

Wooper was illustrated by Sumiyoshi Kizuki.

Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.

Market Price and Value of the Wooper Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Wooper is about

.35. Recent listings range from roughly $0.50 (low) to $63.56 (high), with a mid-point near
.59. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.

For context, the Ancient Origins set has a median card value near

.10 and an average near $31.93, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +113% over the last 7 days and +68% over 30 days.

Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Ancient Origins set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Wooper Pokémon Card

Whether Wooper is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.

Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.

How Rare Is the Wooper Pokémon Card?

As a Common card, Wooper was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.

Other Printings of Wooper

Wooper appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Aquapolis 66 (around

50), Team Rocket Returns 81 (around $45.00) and Aquapolis 117 (around $43.31).

These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.

Final Thoughts on the Wooper Pokémon Card

The Wooper pokémon card is a Common card from the Ancient Origins set (XY series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Ancient Origins set. Its current aggregated market price is about

.35; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Wooper card from?

Wooper is from the Ancient Origins set (XY series), numbered 38/98 with the Common rarity.

What rarity is the Wooper card?

Wooper is classified as Common.

How much is the Wooper 38/98 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about

.35, within a recent range of roughly $0.50 to $63.56. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Wooper card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

How rare is the Wooper card?

As a Common card, Wooper was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.

When was the Ancient Origins set released?

The Ancient Origins set was released on August 12, 2015.

Are there other printings of Wooper?

Yes. Wooper appears on 16 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.