Ancient technical machine [rock] – Hidden Legends (#85)
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Price Overview & Key Facts
Ancient technical machine [rock] (#85) is an Uncommon card from EX - Hidden Legends released in 2004. It showcases artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and the Stone Generator attack, If your opponent has any Evolved Pokémon in play, remove the highest Stage Evolution card from each of them and put those cards back into his or her hand.. TCGplayer market price sits around $2.46, Cardmarket average sale is €0.88, Floor listings start near €0.05.
- TCGplayer market price: $2.46
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.05
- Recent low listing: €0.05
Card Details
- Set
- Hidden Legends
- Card Number
- 85
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Mitsuhiro Arita
Attacks & Strategy
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Stone Generator
[Colorless]
If your opponent has any Evolved Pokémon in play, remove the highest Stage Evolution card from each of them and put those cards back into his or her hand.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Ancient technical machine [rock] from Hidden Legends (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2004, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Ancient technical machine [rock] 85 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Ancient technical machine [rock]'s Stone Generator for Colorless energy. Special effect: If your opponent has any Evolved Pokémon in play, remove the highest Stage Evolution card from each ...
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Ancient technical machine [rock] Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hidden Legends #85 ← Current | N/A | 1 attack | Uncommon | $2.46 |
�📦 Hidden Legends Set Context
This Ancient technical machine [rock] is part of the Hidden Legends expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2004.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Ancient technical machine [rock] card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Uncommon cards from Hidden Legends are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Mitsuhiro Arita resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Ancient technical machine [rock] 85 was released in 2004 in the Hidden Legends expansion. This set is part of the EX series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Mitsuhiro Arita. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Hidden Legends is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Ancient technical machine [rock] card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards