Iron treads ex – Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos (#73)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Iron treads ex (#73) is a Promo card from Scarlet & Violet - Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos released in 2023. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Iron-Clad Roll attack (150 damage), After doing damage, you may discard all Future Booster Energy Capsules from this Pokémon. If you do, during your opponent's next turn, this Pokémon takes 150 less damage from attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance).. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.70, Cardmarket average sale is €0.64, Floor listings start near €0.10.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.70
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.62
- Recent low listing: €0.10
Card Details
- Set
- Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos
- Card Number
- 73
- Rarity
- ✨ Promo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 220
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation G ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Grass -30
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Iron-Clad Roll
[Metal, Metal, Colorless]
— 150
After doing damage, you may discard all Future Booster Energy Capsules from this Pokémon. If you do, during your opponent's next turn, this Pokémon takes 150 less damage from attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (50.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Iron treads ex from Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos (Promo) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2023, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Iron treads ex 73 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark G, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Iron treads ex's Iron-Clad Roll deals 150 damage for Metal + Metal + Colorless energy. Special effect: After doing damage, you may discard all Future Booster Energy Capsules from this Pokémon. If you do,...
Stats Overview: 220 HP • Metal Type • Weak to Fire ×2 • Resistant to Grass -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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos #73 ← Current | 220 | 1 attack | Promo | $0.70 |
�📦 Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos Set Context
This Iron treads ex is part of the Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2023.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by 5ban Graphics, 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.
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💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Iron treads 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
- Promo cards from Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by 5ban Graphics 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.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Iron treads ex 73 was released in 2023 in the Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by 5ban Graphics. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
Competitive History: Metal type Pokémon like Iron treads ex with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Iron treads 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 Metal energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Iron treads ex works best in Metal type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.