Cobalion – Steam Siege (#74)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Cobalion (#74) is a Rare card from XY - Steam Siege released in 2016. It showcases artwork by kirisAki and the Quick Guard attack, Prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks from Basic Pokémon during your opponent's next turn. This Pokémon can't use Quick Guard during your next turn.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.46, Cardmarket average sale is €0.80, Floor listings start near €2.50.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.46
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.80
- Recent low listing: €2.50
Card Details
- Set
- Steam Siege
- Card Number
- 74
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 kirisAki
- HP
- 120
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Quick Guard
[Metal]
Prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks from Basic Pokémon during your opponent's next turn. This Pokémon can't use Quick Guard during your next turn. -
Revenge Blast
[Metal, Metal]
— 30+
This attack does 30 more damage for each Prize card your opponent has taken.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Cobalion from Steam Siege (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2016, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator kirisAki.
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 Cobalion 74 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Cobalion's Quick Guard for Metal energy. Special effect: Prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks from Basic Pokémon during your opponent's next tu...
Stats Overview: 120 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steam Siege #74 ← Current | 120 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.46 |
�📦 Steam Siege Set Context
This Cobalion is part of the Steam Siege expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2016.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by kirisAki, 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 Cobalion 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 Steam Siege are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by kirisAki 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 Steam Siege
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Cobalion 74 was released in 2016 in the Steam Siege expansion. This set is part of the XY series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by kirisAki. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Steam Siege 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 Cobalion 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 Cobalion 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: Cobalion works best in Metal type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.