Whimsicott 12 / 98 Pokemon Card from Emerging Powers Set
Whimsicott is a Stage 1 Grass-type Pokémon with 80 HP. It is illustrated by artist Mizue and is card number 12 in the Emerging Powers set from the Black &…
Set: Emerging Powers
Number: 12/98
Rarity: Rare
Set
About the Whimsicott Pokémon Card
Whimsicott is a Grass-type Pokémon card with 80 HP from the Emerging Powers set, part of the Black & White series. It carries the collector number 12/98 and is classified as Rare. The Emerging Powers set was released on August 31, 2011.
The card includes the flavor text: “Riding whirlwinds, they appear. These Pokémon sneak through gaps into houses and cause all sorts of mischief.”.
Whimsicott Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Whimsicott
Card number: 12/98
Set: Emerging Powers
Series: Black & White
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Grass
HP: 80
Artist: Mizue
Release date: August 31, 2011
National Pokédex number: 547
Why Collect the Whimsicott Pokémon Card?
Whimsicott 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 Whimsicott Pokémon Card
Whimsicott was illustrated by Mizue.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Whimsicott Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Whimsicott is about $4.13. Recent listings range from roughly
.15 (low) to
4.99 (high), with a mid-point near
.74. 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 above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +35% over the last 7 days and +49% 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 Whimsicott Pokémon Card
Whether Whimsicott 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 Whimsicott Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like Whimsicott are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Other Printings of Whimsicott
Whimsicott appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Unified Minds 144 (around
0.00), Fates Collide 71 (around
.13) and Boundaries Crossed 15 (around
.72).
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 Whimsicott Pokémon Card
The Whimsicott 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 $4.13; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Whimsicott card from?
Whimsicott is from the Emerging Powers set (Black & White series), numbered 12/98 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Whimsicott card?
Whimsicott is classified as Rare.
How much is the Whimsicott 12/98 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $4.13, within a recent range of roughly
.15 to
4.99. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Whimsicott 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 Whimsicott card?
Rare cards like Whimsicott 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 Whimsicott?
Yes. Whimsicott appears on 15 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
