Mega sableye and tyranitar gx – Unified Minds (#226)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Mega sableye and tyranitar gx (#226) is a Rare Ultra card from Sun & Moon - Unified Minds released in 2019. It showcases artwork by chibi and the Greedy Crush attack (210 damage), If your opponent's Pokémon-GX or Pokémon-EX is Knocked Out by damage from this attack, take 1 more Prize card.. TCGplayer market price sits around $281.57, Cardmarket average sale is €104.68, Floor listings start near €19.95.
- TCGplayer market price: $281.57
- Cardmarket trend price: €99.76
- Recent low listing: €19.95
Card Details
- Set
- Unified Minds
- Card Number
- 226
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Ultra
- Illustrator
- 🎨 chibi
- HP
- 280
- Type
- 🌙 Darkness
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Resistances
- Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Greedy Crush
[Darkness, Darkness, Darkness, Darkness, Colorless]
— 210
If your opponent's Pokémon-GX or Pokémon-EX is Knocked Out by damage from this attack, take 1 more Prize card.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (42.0 per energy). -
Gigafall-GX
[Darkness, Darkness, Darkness, Darkness, Colorless]
— 250
If this Pokémon has at least 5 extra Energy attached to it (in addition to this attack's cost), discard the top 15 cards of your opponent's deck. (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (50.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Mega sableye and tyranitar gx from Unified Minds (Rare Ultra) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator chibi.
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 Mega sableye and tyranitar gx 226 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Mega sableye and tyranitar gx's Greedy Crush deals 210 damage for Darkness + Darkness + Darkness + Darkness + Colorless energy. Special effect: If your opponent's Pokémon-GX or Pokémon-EX is Knocked Out by damage from this attack, take 1 more P...
Stats Overview: 280 HP • Darkness Type • Weak to Fighting ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unified Minds #226 ← Current | 280 | 2 attacks | Rare Ultra | $281.57 |
�📦 Unified Minds Set Context
This Mega sableye and tyranitar gx is part of the Unified Minds expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019. As a Rare Ultra card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by chibi, 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 Mega sableye and tyranitar gx card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ 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 Ultra cards from Unified Minds are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by chibi 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.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Mega sableye and tyranitar gx 226 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 chibi. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Ultra card, this Mega sableye and tyranitar gx is among the premium chase cards from Unified Minds. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Unified Minds represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Darkness type Pokémon like Mega sableye and tyranitar gx with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Mega sableye and tyranitar gx card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- 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: Mega sableye and tyranitar gx works best in Darkness type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability.