Steelix gl – Rising Rivals (#51)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Steelix gl (#51) is an Uncommon card from Platinum - Rising Rivals released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Hajime Kusajima and the Mend attack, Search your discard pile for a Metal Energy card and attach it to Steelix GL. If you do, remove 1 damage counter from Steelix GL.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.86, Cardmarket average sale is €0.69, Floor listings start near €0.05.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.86
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.61
- Recent low listing: €0.05
Card Details
- Set
- Rising Rivals
- Card Number
- 51
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Hajime Kusajima
- HP
- 110
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Mend
[Colorless, Colorless]
Search your discard pile for a Metal Energy card and attach it to Steelix GL. If you do, remove 1 damage counter from Steelix GL. -
Squeeze
[Metal, Metal, Colorless, Colorless]
— 30+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 damage plus 50 more damage and the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Steelix gl from Rising Rivals (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Hajime Kusajima.
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 Steelix gl 51 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Steelix gl's Mend for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Search your discard pile for a Metal Energy card and attach it to Steelix GL. If you do, remove 1 da...
Stats Overview: 110 HP • Metal Type • Weak to Fire ×2 • Resistant to Psychic -20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rising Rivals #51 ← Current | 110 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $0.86 |
�📦 Rising Rivals Set Context
This Steelix gl is part of the Rising Rivals expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Hajime Kusajima, 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 Steelix gl 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 Rising Rivals are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Hajime Kusajima resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Metal typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Rising Rivals
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Steelix gl 51 was released in 2009 in the Rising Rivals expansion. This set is part of the Platinum series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Hajime Kusajima. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Rising Rivals is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Metal type Pokémon like Steelix gl 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 Steelix gl 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 Metal energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Steelix gl works best in Metal type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.