Wattrel 178 / 167 Pokemon Card from Twilight Masquerade Set
Wattrel is a Basic Lightning-type Pokémon with 60 HP. It is illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita and is part of the Twilight Masquerade set from the Scarlet &…
Set: Twilight Masquerade
Number: 178/167
Rarity: Illustration Rare
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About the Wattrel Pokémon Card
Wattrel is a Lightning-type Pokémon card with 60 HP from the Twilight Masquerade set, part of the Scarlet & Violet series. It carries the collector number 178/167 and is classified as Illustration Rare. The Twilight Masquerade set was released on May 24, 2024.
The card includes the flavor text: “These Pokémon make their nests on coastal cliffs. The nests have a strange, crackling texture, and they're a popular delicacy.”.
Wattrel Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Wattrel
Card number: 178/167
Set: Twilight Masquerade
Series: Scarlet & Violet
Rarity: Illustration Rare
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Lightning
HP: 60
Artist: Mitsuhiro Arita
Release date: May 24, 2024
National Pokédex number: 940
Why Collect the Wattrel Pokémon Card?
Wattrel sits at a higher rarity tier, which makes it the kind of card collectors build sets around and use as a display piece. Well-centred, high-grade copies are the most desirable. For collectors completing the Twilight Masquerade set, a card like this is often a centrepiece.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Wattrel Pokémon Card
Wattrel was illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita.
For Illustration Rare cards, the illustration is a major part of the appeal, and the artwork is one of the main reasons collectors seek these cards out.
Market Price and Value of the Wattrel Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Wattrel is about $4.48. Recent listings range from roughly
.00 (low) to $999 (high), with a mid-point near $5.11. 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 Twilight Masquerade set has a median card value near $0.28 and an average near $6.56, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -41% over the last 7 days and -41% 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 Twilight Masquerade set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Wattrel Pokémon Card
Whether Wattrel 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 1,006 copies of this card, of which 459 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 45.6%. 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 Wattrel Pokémon Card?
Illustration Rare cards such as Wattrel are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
Its collector number (178/167) sits above the set's printed total of 167, which is typical of special and secret rare cards that fall outside the main numbered set.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 1,006 copies to date.
Other Printings of Wattrel
Wattrel appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Paldean Fates 145 (around .99), Paldea Evolved 81 (around $0.24) and Twilight Masquerade 75 (around $0.19).
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 Wattrel Pokémon Card
The Wattrel pokémon card is a Illustration Rare card from the Twilight Masquerade set (Scarlet & Violet series). As a higher-rarity chase card, it appeals to collectors building a complete set or focusing on standout artwork. Its current aggregated market price is about $4.48; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Wattrel card from?
Wattrel is from the Twilight Masquerade set (Scarlet & Violet series), numbered 178/167 with the Illustration Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Wattrel card?
Wattrel is classified as Illustration Rare.
How much is the Wattrel 178/167 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $4.48, within a recent range of roughly
.00 to $999. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Wattrel card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 1,006 copies so far, with about 45.6% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Wattrel?
PSA has graded 1,006 copies, of which 459 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 45.6%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Wattrel card?
Illustration Rare cards such as Wattrel are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
When was the Twilight Masquerade set released?
The Twilight Masquerade set was released on May 24, 2024.
Are there other printings of Wattrel?
Yes. Wattrel appears on 15 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
