Wailord 30 / 145 Pokemon Card from Guardians Rising Set
Wailord is a Stage 1 Water-type Pokémon with 200 HP. It is illustrated by artist OOYAMA and is part of the Guardians Rising set from the Sun & Moon series.
Set: Guardians Rising
Number: 30/145
Rarity: Rare
Set
About the Wailord Pokémon Card
Wailord is a Water-type Pokémon card with 200 HP from the Guardians Rising set, part of the Sun & Moon series. It carries the collector number 30/145 and is classified as Rare. The Guardians Rising set was released on May 5, 2017.
The card includes the flavor text: “Wailord pursue their prey in pods. With their large mouths, they can swallow entire schools of Wishiwashi whole.”.
Wailord Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Wailord
Card number: 30/145
Set: Guardians Rising
Series: Sun & Moon
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Water
HP: 200
Artist: OOYAMA
Release date: May 5, 2017
National Pokédex number: 321
Why Collect the Wailord Pokémon Card?
Wailord is a solid addition to the Guardians Rising 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 Wailord Pokémon Card
Wailord was illustrated by OOYAMA.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Wailord Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Wailord is about
.91. Recent listings range from roughly $0.60 (low) to $95.58 (high), with a mid-point near .40. 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 Guardians Rising set has a median card value near $0.59 and an average near $5.79, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -44% over the last 7 days and -34% 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 Guardians Rising set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Wailord Pokémon Card
Whether Wailord 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 18 copies of this card, of which 2 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 Wailord Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like Wailord are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 18 copies to date.
Other Printings of Wailord
Wailord appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Legend Maker 14 (around $53.49), HS—Triumphant 31 (around $43.99) and Ruby & Sapphire 14 (around $40.91).
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 Wailord Pokémon Card
The Wailord pokémon card is a Rare card from the Guardians Rising set (Sun & Moon series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Guardians Rising set. Its current aggregated market price is about .91; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Wailord card from?
Wailord is from the Guardians Rising set (Sun & Moon series), numbered 30/145 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Wailord card?
Wailord is classified as Rare.
How much is the Wailord 30/145 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
.91, within a recent range of roughly $0.60 to $95.58. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Wailord card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 18 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 Wailord?
PSA has graded 18 copies, of which 2 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 11.1%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Wailord card?
Rare cards like Wailord are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Guardians Rising set released?
The Guardians Rising set was released on May 5, 2017.
Are there other printings of Wailord?
Yes. Wailord appears on 15 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
