Wailord-EX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Wailord-EX from the Primal Clash set is a Rare Holo EX card with a formidable 250 HP. It features the Water Veil ability and the powerful High Breaching attack. Numbered 38 in the set, Wailord-EX stands out with its striking presence.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic, EX
• Retreat Cost: 4
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Ability: Water Veil — removes all Special Conditions when Energy is attached
• Attack: High Breaching — 120 damage; Wailord-EX becomes Asleep after attack
• Pokémon-EX Rule: Opponent takes 2 Prize cards when Knocked Out
• Illustrator: Eske Yoshinob
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Key Printings

This exact printing of Wailord-EX appears in the XY series’ Primal Clash expansion as card number 38. It is a Rare Holo EX card, making it a desirable collectible for fans of powerful Water-type Pokémon and EX cards alike.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include its set code “xy5” and card number “38.” The card is a Basic EX Pokémon with the subtype “Basic,EX” and is illustrated by Eske Yoshinob.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data. Its high HP and strong attack are balanced by the EX drawback of awarding two Prize cards to the opponent if knocked out.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s Rare Holo EX finish and detailed artwork, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its collectible status, consider using a top loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Primal Clash (xy5): Introduced Wailord-EX as a bulky Water-type EX with a unique ability to cleanse Special Conditions and a high-damage attack that balances power with a sleep drawback. This set is known for its dynamic EX Pokémon and strong Water-type representation.

This Wailord-EX card remains a striking example of the power and design depth found in the Primal Clash expansion.