Ice rider calyrex v – Chilling Reign (#164)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Ice rider calyrex v (#164) is a Rare Ultra card from Sword & Shield - Chilling Reign released in 2021. It showcases artwork by OKACHEKE and the Pierce attack (40 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $15.98, Cardmarket average sale is €23.16, Floor listings start near €13.99.
- TCGplayer market price: $15.98
- Cardmarket trend price: €20.01
- Recent low listing: €13.99
Card Details
- Set
- Chilling Reign
- Card Number
- 164
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Ultra
- Illustrator
- 🎨 OKACHEKE
- HP
- 210
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Pierce
[Water]
— 40
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (40.0 per energy). -
Glacial Lance
[Water, Water, Colorless]
— 200
Discard 2 Energy from this Pokémon.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (66.7 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Ice rider calyrex v from Chilling Reign (Rare Ultra) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator OKACHEKE.
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 Ice rider calyrex v 164 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Ice rider calyrex v's Pierce deals 40 damage for Water energy.
Stats Overview: 210 HP • Water Type • Weak to Metal ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chilling Reign #164 ← Current | 210 | 2 attacks | Rare Ultra | $15.98 |
�📦 Chilling Reign Set Context
This Ice rider calyrex v is part of the Chilling Reign expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021. As a Rare Ultra card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by OKACHEKE, 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 Ice rider calyrex v 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 Chilling Reign are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by OKACHEKE resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Chilling Reign
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Ice rider calyrex v 164 was released in 2021 in the Chilling Reign expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by OKACHEKE. 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 Ice rider calyrex v is among the premium chase cards from Chilling Reign. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Chilling Reign represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Ice rider calyrex v 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 Ice rider calyrex v 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 Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Ice rider calyrex v works best in Water type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.