Wurmple 78/109

Name: Wurmple #78 - Ruby & Sapphire | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: ex1-78
Price: 1.31 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Ruby & Sapphire Released: Jul 1, 2003

Pokémon

Grass Type Common Pull Rate: 1 in 7.8 packs (12.8%) Evolves To: Silcoon, Cascoon

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1.31 $0.09 (7.38%)

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11.35 $4.47 (64.97%)

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw	Add To Collection	eBay
PSA8	10.00	—	x0.9

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Wurmple
National Pokédex #265
Card Number 78/109
Card RarityCommon
IllustratorHajime Kusajima
Release Date01/07/2003
SeriesEX
Expansion Ruby & Sapphire
Evolves To
Silcoon, Cascoon
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatNot Legal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraVintage
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionHoenn
Generation Generation 3

Card Attributes

Energy Type Grass
Health Points50 HP
Weakness Fire ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×1

Attacks

Signs of Evolution
Search your deck for Silcoon and Beautifly, or Cascoon and Dustox cards. Show 1 card or both cards of a pair to your opponent and put them into your hand. Shuffle your deck afterward.
Poison Barb
The Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Wurmple perched on a leafy branch amidst glistening dew drops, its curious eyes and vibrant red body contrasting with the lush green foliage surrounding it in a serene forest setting.

Playability Overview

Wurmple's ability to search for key evolution cards adds strategic consistency, while its Poison Barb attack can apply status conditions to slowly weaken opponents over time.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Caterpillar EvolutionWurmple's art really captures its quirky, segmented design with those vibrant colors. It’s perfect for a "Creepy Crawlies" page. I’d suggest pairing it with other Bug types that have similar bright aesthetics, like Beautifly or Silcoon. The overall playful vibe makes it a fun addition!Additional Binder Suggestions: Forest / Playful / Bright Colors / Bug Life / Transformation