Beldum – Guardians Rising (#83)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Beldum (#83) is a Common card from Sun & Moon - Guardians Rising released in 2017. It showcases artwork by Kyoko Umemoto and the Core Beam attack (20 damage), Discard a Metal Energy from this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.10, Cardmarket average sale is €0.05, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.10
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.04
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Guardians Rising
- Card Number
- 83
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kyoko Umemoto
- HP
- 60
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Metang
Attacks & Strategy
-
Core Beam
[Metal]
— 20
Discard a Metal Energy from this Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Beldum from Guardians Rising (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2017, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kyoko Umemoto.
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 Beldum 83 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Beldum's Core Beam deals 20 damage for Metal energy. Special effect: Discard a Metal Energy from this Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 60 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.
� Compare Beldum Cards
Looking for other Beldum cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guardians Rising #83 ← Current | 60 | 1 attack | Common | $0.10 |
�📦 Guardians Rising Set Context
This Beldum is part of the Guardians Rising expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2017.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kyoko Umemoto, 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 Beldum 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
- Common cards from Guardians Rising are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kyoko Umemoto 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: Beldum 83 was released in 2017 in the Guardians Rising 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 Kyoko Umemoto. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Guardians Rising represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Metal type Pokémon like Beldum 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 Beldum 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: Beldum works best in Metal type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.