Steelix – Unified Minds (#104)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Steelix (#104) is a Rare card from Sun & Moon - Unified Minds released in 2019. It showcases artwork by Ayaka Yoshida and the Ground Stream attack (20 damage), Attach 2 Fighting Energy cards from your discard pile to this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.43, Cardmarket average sale is €0.30, Floor listings start near €0.05.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.43
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.24
- Recent low listing: €0.05
Card Details
- Set
- Unified Minds
- Card Number
- 104
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ayaka Yoshida
- HP
- 170
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Ground Stream
[Fighting]
— 20
Attach 2 Fighting Energy cards from your discard pile to this Pokémon. -
Gigaton Shake
[Fighting, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 220
During your next turn, your Pokémon can't attack. (This includes Pokémon that come into play on that turn.)
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (44.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Steelix from Unified Minds (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ayaka Yoshida.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Steelix 104 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Steelix's Ground Stream deals 20 damage for Fighting energy. Special effect: Attach 2 Fighting Energy cards from your discard pile to this Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 170 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Grass ×2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unified Minds #104 ← Current | 170 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.43 |
�📦 Unified Minds Set Context
This Steelix is part of the Unified Minds expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ayaka Yoshida, 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 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 cards from Unified Minds are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ayaka Yoshida resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Unified Minds
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Steelix 104 was released in 2019 in the Unified Minds expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Ayaka Yoshida. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Unified Minds represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Steelix with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Steelix 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 Fighting energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Steelix works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.