Wailord EX
XY5-Bt: Tidal Storm · #017 Japanese

Wailord EX

Wailord EX is a Double Rare Pokémon TCG printing from XY5-Bt: Tidal Storm (#017). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $6.97 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2014. Compare recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish before buying.

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Market (USD) $6.97
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Who is this card for?

Wailord EX suits collectors working on XY5-Bt: Tidal Storm who need the Double Rare slot. Treat $6.97 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.

What is Wailord EX from XY5-Bt: Tidal Storm?

Wailord EX is a Pokémon TCG card in XY5-Bt: Tidal Storm numbered 017. Wailord EX (#017) is a chase-tier Double Rare printing in XY5-Bt: Tidal Storm. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes. This printing is from XY5-Bt: Tidal Storm.

What is Wailord EX worth today?

Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $6.97 for Wailord EX. Low and high spread varies by finish. This printing is from XY5-Bt: Tidal Storm. Collector number 017 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Double Rare. The set released in 2014.

SetXY5-Bt: Tidal Storm
Number017
RarityDouble Rare
TCGPlayer USD$6.97
Cardmarket EUR
Holofoil $3.99

How collectible is Wailord EX?

Wailord EX is listed as Double Rare in XY5-Bt: Tidal Storm. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. This printing is from XY5-Bt: Tidal Storm. Collector number 017 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.

What are the key details for Wailord EX?

Catalog fields: set XY5-Bt: Tidal Storm, rarity Double Rare. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. This printing is from XY5-Bt: Tidal Storm. Collector number 017 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Double Rare. The set released in 2014.

Cactaur's take

Wailord EX (#017) is a chase-tier Double Rare printing in XY5-Bt: Tidal Storm. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.

Pros

  • Wailord EX is catalogued as Double Rare printing in XY5-Bt: Tidal Storm, making set and number verification straightforward.
  • Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $6.97.

Cons

  • Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.

Verdict: Use $6.97 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.

FAQ

How much is Wailord EX worth?

Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $6.97 for ungraded Wailord EX from XY5-Bt: Tidal Storm. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo.

What set is Wailord EX from?

Wailord EX is listed in XY5-Bt: Tidal Storm as card #017. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.

How rare is Wailord EX?

Our catalog lists Wailord EX as Double Rare in XY5-Bt: Tidal Storm. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.

Is Wailord EX good for collectors or players?

Wailord EX is primarily a collector reference in XY5-Bt: Tidal Storm. Compare finish and centering if you are buying graded or sealed-collection copies. This printing is from XY5-Bt: Tidal Storm.

Should I grade Wailord EX?

Grading only makes sense when Wailord EX appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $6.97, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.

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Catalog snapshot: 2026-06-16. Last updated: 2026-06-12.