Bastiodon – Ultra Prism (#85)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Bastiodon (#85) is a Rare Holo card from Sun & Moon - Ultra Prism released in 2018. It showcases artwork by Hasuno and the Push Down attack (110 damage), You may have your opponent switch their Active Pokémon with 1 of their Benched Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.71, Cardmarket average sale is €0.88, Floor listings start near €0.05.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.71
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.01
- Recent low listing: €0.05
Card Details
- Set
- Ultra Prism
- Card Number
- 85
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Hasuno
- HP
- 160
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Earthen Shield
Prevent all damage done to your Metal Pokémon by attacks from your opponent's Pokémon that have any Special Energy attached to them.
Attacks & Strategy
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Push Down
[Metal, Metal, Colorless]
— 110
You may have your opponent switch their Active Pokémon with 1 of their Benched Pokémon.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (36.7 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Bastiodon from Ultra Prism (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Hasuno.
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 Bastiodon 85 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Bastiodon's Push Down deals 110 damage for Metal + Metal + Colorless energy. Special effect: You may have your opponent switch their Active Pokémon with 1 of their Benched Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 160 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra Prism #85 ← Current | 160 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $0.71 |
�📦 Ultra Prism Set Context
This Bastiodon is part of the Ultra Prism expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Hasuno, 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 Bastiodon 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 Holo cards from Ultra Prism are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Hasuno 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.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Bastiodon 85 was released in 2018 in the Ultra Prism 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 Hasuno. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Ultra Prism represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Metal type Pokémon like Bastiodon have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Bastiodon 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: Bastiodon works best in Metal type decks.