Wailord (Journey Together 41) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Wailord from the Journey Together set is a Rare card numbered 41. This impressive Pokémon boasts 240 HP, making it a sturdy addition to any deck. Its attack, Hydro Pump, delivers a powerful water strike.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Wailmer)
• Retreat Cost: 4 Colorless Energy
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: I
• Flavor Text: Its immense size is the reason for its popularity. Wailord watching is a favorite sightseeing activity in various parts of the world.

Key Printings

This exact printing of Wailord appears in the Scarlet & Violet series, specifically in the Journey Together set. It is card number 41 and classified as Rare. The card features a single attack, Hydro Pump, which does 10 base damage plus 50 more damage for each Water Energy attached to Wailord, requiring four Colorless Energy to use.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “sv9-41” and the distinctive illustration by Takeshi Nakamura. The card’s rarity is Rare, and it carries the regulation mark “I.”

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is currently not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No additional rules or abilities are associated with this card beyond its Hydro Pump attack.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant artwork and maintain condition, store the card in a protective sleeve, keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture, handle with clean hands, and use a rigid top-loader or binder for added protection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Journey Together (sv9): This set includes Wailord as a powerful Stage 1 Water-type Pokémon with a high HP pool and a scalable attack, emphasizing energy attachment strategy. The set focuses on vivid illustrations and dynamic gameplay elements.