Whirlipede

Whirlipede

Selected Masterpiece • 73/149
Artist match
Market Price $0.75
Boundaries Crossed Black & White 2012
The Illustrator

match

match has been credited on Pokémon TCG illustrations from 2010 to 2018. Across Black & White, XY, and HeartGold & SoulSilver, the work favors playful, cartoon-forward character staging, with vibrant color and clear, balanced compositions that keep the action readable.

Curatorial Commentary

“In this card, Whirlipede is depicted in a moment of stillness, nestled in a grassy area with a stone structure in the background. Its rounded body, adorned with red markings, contrasts with the earthy tones of its surroundings, creating a sense of harmony within its environment. The Pokémon appears alert, perhaps waiting for the right moment to spring into action, embodying both vulnerability and readiness. This snapshot captures a quiet yet tense moment in the life of Whirlipede, inviting the viewer to appreciate”

Editorial & Data

Published by Artchu Editorial. Card facts are based on structured reference data and Artchu enrichment. Visual commentary is AI-assisted and human-reviewed. Visual ranking reflects Artchu’s internal art_score methodology. Market data reflects the latest source shown on the page. Data refreshed: January 17, 2026.

Rarity Uncommon
Card Type Psychic
Artist match
Era
Black & White
Release
07/11/2012

Spinning Attack

50
Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost