Wimpod 17 / 189 Pokemon Card from Darkness Ablaze Set
Wimpod is a Basic Pokémon card from the Darkness Ablaze set in the Sword & Shield series. It has 70 HP and is classified as a Grass type. The card features…
Set: Darkness Ablaze
Number: 17/189
Rarity: Common
Set
About the Wimpod Pokémon Card
Wimpod is a Grass-type Pokémon card with 70 HP from the Darkness Ablaze set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 17/189 and is classified as Common. The Darkness Ablaze set was released on August 14, 2020.
The card includes the flavor text: “It's nature's cleaner—it eats anything and everything, including garbage and rotten things. The ground near its nest is always clean.”.
Wimpod Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Wimpod
Card number: 17/189
Set: Darkness Ablaze
Series: Sword & Shield
Rarity: Common
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Grass
HP: 70
Artist: MAHOU
Release date: August 14, 2020
National Pokédex number: 767
Why Collect the Wimpod Pokémon Card?
Wimpod is most often collected as part of a complete Darkness Ablaze 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 Wimpod Pokémon Card
Wimpod was illustrated by MAHOU.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Wimpod Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Wimpod is about $0.22. Recent listings range from roughly $0.10 (low) to
5.23 (high), with a mid-point near $0.25. 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 Darkness Ablaze set has a median card value near $0.38 and an average near
.54, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +67% over the last 7 days and +25% 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 Darkness Ablaze set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Wimpod Pokémon Card
Whether Wimpod 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 6 copies of this card, of which 0 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 0.0%. 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 Wimpod Pokémon Card?
As a Common card, Wimpod 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 6 copies to date.
Other Printings of Wimpod
Wimpod appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Paradox Rift 191 (around
2.27), Hidden Fates Shiny Vault SV4 (around
.20) and Unified Minds 50 (around $0.56).
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 Wimpod Pokémon Card
The Wimpod pokémon card is a Common card from the Darkness Ablaze set (Sword & Shield series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Darkness Ablaze set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.22; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Wimpod card from?
Wimpod is from the Darkness Ablaze set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 17/189 with the Common rarity.
What rarity is the Wimpod card?
Wimpod is classified as Common.
How much is the Wimpod 17/189 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $0.22, within a recent range of roughly $0.10 to
5.23. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Wimpod card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 6 copies so far, with about 0.0% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Wimpod?
PSA has graded 6 copies, of which 0 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 0.0%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Wimpod card?
As a Common card, Wimpod 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 Darkness Ablaze set released?
The Darkness Ablaze set was released on August 14, 2020.
Are there other printings of Wimpod?
Yes. Wimpod appears on 12 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
