Watchog 79 / 114 Pokemon Card from Black & White Set

Watchog — Black & White 79/114 Pokémon TCG card

Watchog is a Stage 1 Colorless-type Pokémon with 90 HP. It is part of the Black & White set, illustrated by the artist match. The flavor text notes that they…

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About the Watchog Pokémon Card

Watchog is a Colorless-type Pokémon card with 90 HP from the Black & White set, part of the Black & White series. It carries the collector number 79/114 and is classified as Uncommon. The Black & White set was released on April 25, 2011.

The card includes the flavor text: “They make the patterns on their bodies shine in order to threaten predators. Keen eyesight lets them see in the dark.”.

Watchog Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Watchog

Card number: 79/114

Set: Black & White

Series: Black & White

Rarity: Uncommon

Subtypes: Stage 1

Type: Colorless

HP: 90

Artist: match

Release date: April 25, 2011

National Pokédex number: 505

Why Collect the Watchog Pokémon Card?

Watchog is most often collected as part of a complete Black & White 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 Watchog Pokémon Card

Watchog was illustrated by match.

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

Market Price and Value of the Watchog Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Watchog is about

.01. Recent listings range from roughly $0.91 (low) to
9.98 (high), with a mid-point near
.49. 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 Black & White set has a median card value near

.85 and an average near $5.61, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -71% over the last 7 days and -56% 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 Black & White set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Watchog Pokémon Card

Whether Watchog 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.

PSA has graded 19 copies of this card, of which 4 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 21.1%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.

How Rare Is the Watchog Pokémon Card?

As an Uncommon card, Watchog sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 19 copies to date.

Other Printings of Watchog

Watchog appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include White Flare 153 (around $8.91), Plasma Storm 112 (around $4.92) and ホワイトフレア 152 (around

.96).

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 Watchog Pokémon Card

The Watchog pokémon card is a Uncommon card from the Black & White set (Black & White series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Black & White set. Its current aggregated market price is about

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

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Watchog card from?

Watchog is from the Black & White set (Black & White series), numbered 79/114 with the Uncommon rarity.

What rarity is the Watchog card?

Watchog is classified as Uncommon.

How much is the Watchog 79/114 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about

.01, within a recent range of roughly $0.91 to
9.98. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Watchog card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 19 copies so far, with about 21.1% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Watchog?

PSA has graded 19 copies, of which 4 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 21.1%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Watchog card?

As an Uncommon card, Watchog sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.

When was the Black & White set released?

The Black & White set was released on April 25, 2011.

Are there other printings of Watchog?

Yes. Watchog appears on 12 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.