Swoobat 37 / 98 Pokemon Card from Emerging Powers Set

Swoobat — Emerging Powers 37/98 Pokémon TCG card

Swoobat is a Stage 1 Pokémon card from the Emerging Powers set in the Black & White series. It is a Psychic type with 90 HP. The card features artwork by…

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About the Swoobat Pokémon Card

Swoobat is a Psychic-type Pokémon card with 90 HP from the Emerging Powers set, part of the Black & White series. It carries the collector number 37/98 and is classified as Rare. The Emerging Powers set was released on August 31, 2011.

The card includes the flavor text: “Anyone who comes into contact with the ultrasonic waves emitted by a courting male experiences a positive mood shift.”.

Swoobat Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Swoobat

Card number: 37/98

Set: Emerging Powers

Series: Black & White

Rarity: Rare

Subtypes: Stage 1

Type: Psychic

HP: 90

Artist: Shigenori Negishi

Release date: August 31, 2011

National Pokédex number: 528

Why Collect the Swoobat Pokémon Card?

Swoobat is a solid addition to the Emerging Powers set, and clean, well-centred copies are the most desirable to collectors who grade their cards.

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

Artwork and Illustration of the Swoobat Pokémon Card

Swoobat was illustrated by Shigenori Negishi.

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

Market Price and Value of the Swoobat Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Swoobat is about

.35. Recent listings range from roughly $0.99 (low) to
6.80 (high), with a mid-point near
.52. 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 Emerging Powers set has a median card value near

.63 and an average near
.36, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -30% over the last 7 days and -40% 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 Emerging Powers set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Swoobat Pokémon Card

Whether Swoobat 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 Swoobat Pokémon Card?

Rare cards like Swoobat are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.

Other Printings of Swoobat

Swoobat appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include White Flare 120 (around

1.62), ホワイトフレア 117 (around $3.64) and Legendary Treasures 65 (around $3.00).

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 Swoobat Pokémon Card

The Swoobat pokémon card is a Rare card from the Emerging Powers set (Black & White series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Emerging Powers 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 Swoobat card from?

Swoobat is from the Emerging Powers set (Black & White series), numbered 37/98 with the Rare rarity.

What rarity is the Swoobat card?

Swoobat is classified as Rare.

How much is the Swoobat 37/98 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about

.35, within a recent range of roughly $0.99 to
6.80. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Swoobat 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 Swoobat card?

Rare cards like Swoobat are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.

When was the Emerging Powers set released?

The Emerging Powers set was released on August 31, 2011.

Are there other printings of Swoobat?

Yes. Swoobat appears on 13 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.