Rockets sneasel ex – Team Rocket Returns (#103)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Rockets sneasel ex (#103) is a Rare Holo Ex card from EX - Team Rocket Returns released in 2004. It showcases artwork by Ryo Ueda and the Drag Off attack (10 damage), Before doing damage, you may switch 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon with the Defending Pokémon. If you do, this attack does 10 damage to the new Defending Pokémon. Your opponent chooses the Defending Pokémon to switch.. TCGplayer market price sits around $231.00, Cardmarket average sale is €112.50, Floor listings start near €69.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $231.00
- Cardmarket trend price: €160.77
- Recent low listing: €69.00
Card Details
- Set
- Team Rocket Returns
- Card Number
- 103
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Ex
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ryo Ueda
- HP
- 90
- Type
- 🌙 Darkness
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Resistances
- Psychic -30
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Weavile
Attacks & Strategy
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Drag Off
[Darkness]
— 10
Before doing damage, you may switch 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon with the Defending Pokémon. If you do, this attack does 10 damage to the new Defending Pokémon. Your opponent chooses the Defending Pokémon to switch. -
Dark Ring
[Darkness, Darkness, Colorless]
— 30+
Does 30 damage plus 10 more damage for each of your Darkness Pokémon in play.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Rockets sneasel ex from Team Rocket Returns (Rare Holo Ex) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2004, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ryo Ueda.
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 Rockets sneasel ex 103 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Rockets sneasel ex's Drag Off deals 10 damage for Darkness energy. Special effect: Before doing damage, you may switch 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon with the Defending Pokémon....
Stats Overview: 90 HP • Darkness Type • Weak to Fighting ×2 • Resistant to Psychic -30
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Team Rocket Returns #103 ← Current | 90 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo Ex | $231.00 |
�📦 Team Rocket Returns Set Context
This Rockets sneasel ex is part of the Team Rocket Returns expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2004.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ryo Ueda, 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 Rockets sneasel ex 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
- Rare Holo Ex cards from Team Rocket Returns are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ryo Ueda resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Darkness typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Team Rocket Returns
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Rockets sneasel ex 103 was released in 2004 in the Team Rocket Returns 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 Ryo Ueda. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Team Rocket Returns is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Darkness type Pokémon like Rockets sneasel ex with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Rockets sneasel ex 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
- Pair with Darkness energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Rockets sneasel ex works best in Darkness type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.