Wailord ex Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Wailord ex is a Rare Holo EX from Sandstorm, numbered 100. With 200 HP and the marquee attack Dwindling Wave, this colossal Water-type makes a memorable statement on the battlefield.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1, ex (evolves from Wailmer)
• Retreat Cost: 5
• Weaknesses: Grass ×2; Lightning ×2
• Rules: When Pokémon-ex has been Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

This exact printing of Wailord ex appears as card number 100 in the Sandstorm set. It is a Rare Holo EX card, distinguished by its high HP and unique attacks:
– “Super Deep Dive,” which heals damage and switches Wailord ex with a Benched Pokémon
– “Dwindling Wave,” which deals up to 100 damage reduced by damage counters on Wailord ex

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward by its set code “ex2-100,” rarity as Rare Holo EX, and the illustrator Ryo Ueda’s signature style. The card’s high retreat cost and dual weaknesses to Grass and Lightning also help distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
  Its high HP and dual weaknesses, combined with the rule that opponents take 2 Prize cards when it is knocked out, make it a strategic but risky choice in casual play.

Care & Storage Tips

Because of its holofoil surface and rarity, store Wailord ex in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight to prevent fading. Avoid bending or scratching the card to maintain its collector value. Use a rigid top-loader or card case for long-term preservation.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Sandstorm (ex2): This set introduced Wailord ex as a powerful Water-type Stage 1 ex Pokémon with strong healing and damage-dealing capabilities. It stands out for its high HP and the strategic depth of its attacks, fitting well within the set’s theme of robust and dynamic Pokémon.