Celesteela – Ultra Prism (#162)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Celesteela (#162) is a Rare Rainbow card from Sun & Moon - Ultra Prism released in 2018. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Rocket Fall attack (30+ damage), This attack does 30 more damage for each Colorless in your opponent's Active Pokémon's Retreat Cost.. TCGplayer market price sits around $10.46, Cardmarket average sale is €9.00, Floor listings start near €5.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $10.46
- Cardmarket trend price: €7.19
- Recent low listing: €5.00
Card Details
- Set
- Ultra Prism
- Card Number
- 162
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Rainbow
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 200
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -20
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Rocket Fall
[Metal, Colorless, Colorless]
— 30+
This attack does 30 more damage for each Colorless in your opponent's Active Pokémon's Retreat Cost. -
Moon Press
[Metal, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 130
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (32.5 per energy). -
Blaster-GX
[Metal, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 180
Turn all of your Prize cards face up. (Those Prize cards remain face up for the rest of the game.) (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (45.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Celesteela from Ultra Prism (Rare Rainbow) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
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. Premium rarities like this typically see stronger price retention during market fluctuations.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Celesteela 162 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Celesteela's Rocket Fall deals 30+ damage for Metal + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 30 more damage for each Colorless in your opponent's Active Pokémon's Retreat Cost.
Stats Overview: 200 HP • Metal Type • Weak to Lightning ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -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 #162 ← Current | 200 | 3 attacks | Rare Rainbow | $10.46 |
�📦 Ultra Prism Set Context
This Celesteela is part of the Ultra Prism expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018. As a Rare Rainbow card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by 5ban Graphics, 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 Celesteela 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 Rainbow cards from Ultra Prism are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by 5ban Graphics 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: Celesteela 162 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 5ban Graphics. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Rainbow card, this Celesteela is among the premium chase cards from Ultra Prism. Rainbow Rare cards feature the distinctive rainbow foil pattern that has become iconic in modern Pokémon TCG. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Ultra Prism represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Metal type Pokémon like Celesteela 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 Celesteela 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 Metal energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Celesteela works best in Metal type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability.