Piplup 27 / 108 Pokemon Card from Dark Explorers Set
Piplup is a Basic Water-type Pokémon with 60 HP. It was illustrated by Kouki Saitou and is part of the Dark Explorers set from the Black & White series. The…
Set: Dark Explorers
Number: 27/108
Rarity: Common
Set
About the Piplup Pokémon Card
Piplup is a Water-type Pokémon card with 60 HP from the Dark Explorers set, part of the Black & White series. It carries the collector number 27/108 and is classified as Common. The Dark Explorers set was released on May 9, 2012.
The card includes the flavor text: “A poor walker, it often falls down. However, its strong pride makes it puff up its chest without a care.”.
Piplup Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Piplup
Card number: 27/108
Set: Dark Explorers
Series: Black & White
Rarity: Common
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Water
HP: 60
Artist: Kouki Saitou
Release date: May 9, 2012
National Pokédex number: 393
Why Collect the Piplup Pokémon Card?
Piplup is most often collected as part of a complete Dark Explorers 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 Piplup Pokémon Card
Piplup was illustrated by Kouki Saitou.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Piplup Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Piplup is about $3.15. Recent listings range from roughly
7.41 (low) to $300 (high), with a mid-point near $42.50. 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 Dark Explorers set has a median card value near .99 and an average near $34.07, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -41% over the last 7 days and -71% 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 Dark Explorers set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Piplup Pokémon Card
Whether Piplup 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 9 copies of this card, of which 1 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 11.1%. 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 Piplup Pokémon Card?
As a Common card, Piplup 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.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 9 copies to date.
Other Printings of Piplup
Piplup appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Cosmic Eclipse 239 (around $79.46), Majestic Dawn 72 (around $42.49) and Legendary Treasures 33 (around $30.43).
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 Piplup Pokémon Card
The Piplup pokémon card is a Common card from the Dark Explorers set (Black & White series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Dark Explorers set. Its current aggregated market price is about $3.15; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Piplup card from?
Piplup is from the Dark Explorers set (Black & White series), numbered 27/108 with the Common rarity.
What rarity is the Piplup card?
Piplup is classified as Common.
How much is the Piplup 27/108 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $3.15, within a recent range of roughly
7.41 to $300. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Piplup card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 9 copies so far, with about 11.1% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Piplup?
PSA has graded 9 copies, of which 1 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 11.1%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Piplup card?
As a Common card, Piplup 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 Dark Explorers set released?
The Dark Explorers set was released on May 9, 2012.
Are there other printings of Piplup?
Yes. Piplup appears on 23 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
