Whirlipede
Whirlipede is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Black & White (#53). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.27 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2011. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Whirlipede suits collectors working on Black & White who need the Uncommon slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Whirlipede from Black & White?
Whirlipede is a Pokémon card in Black & White numbered 53. Protected by a hard shell, it spins its body like a wheel and crashes furiously into its enemies. National Pokédex #544. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Whirlipede worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.27 for Whirlipede. Low and high spread runs $0.94 to $33.10. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $2.27; Normal: $0.30. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Black & White |
|---|---|
| Number | 53 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $2.27 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.11 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $2.27 |
| Normal | $0.30 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 90 |
|---|---|
| Types | Psychic |
| Evolves from | Venipede |
| Poison Sting | PsychicColorless 20 The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned. |
| Rollout | PsychicColorlessColorless 50 |
| Weakness | Psychic ×2 |
How collectible is Whirlipede?
Whirlipede is listed as Uncommon in Black & White. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Whirlipede?
Catalog fields: set Black & White, rarity Uncommon. Illustrated by Masakazu Fukuda. Format status: Expanded. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Whirlipede from Black & White should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Whirlipede is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Black & White, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $2.27 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $2.27; Normal: $0.30).
- Illustrator Masakazu Fukuda has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $2.27 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Whirlipede worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $2.27 for ungraded Whirlipede from Black & White. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Whirlipede from?
Whirlipede is listed in Black & White (Black & White) as card #53. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Whirlipede?
Our catalog lists Whirlipede as Uncommon in Black & White. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Whirlipede good for collectors or players?
Whirlipede includes gameplay stats in Black & White. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Whirlipede?
Finish variants of Whirlipede carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $2.27; Normal: $0.30 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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