Electrode – Chilling Reign (#222)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Electrode (#222) is a Rare Secret card from Sword & Shield - Chilling Reign released in 2021. It showcases artwork by Ryo Ueda and the Electric Ball attack (100 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $9.49, Cardmarket average sale is €10.37, Floor listings start near €10.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $9.49
- Cardmarket trend price: €10.37
- Recent low listing: €10.00
Card Details
- Set
- Chilling Reign
- Card Number
- 222
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Secret
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ryo Ueda
- HP
- 90
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation D ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
-
Buzzap Generator
Once during your turn, if this Pokémon is on your Bench, you may search your deck for up to 2 Lightning Energy cards and attach them to your Lightning Pokémon in any way you like. Then, shuffle your deck. If you searched your deck in this way, this Pokémon is Knocked Out.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Electric Ball
[Lightning, Lightning, Colorless]
— 100
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (33.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Electrode from Chilling Reign (Rare Secret) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ryo Ueda.
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 Electrode 222 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark D, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Electrode's Electric Ball deals 100 damage for Lightning + Lightning + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 90 HP • Lightning Type • Weak to Fighting ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Electrode Cards
Looking for other Electrode cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chilling Reign #222 ← Current | 90 | 1 attack | Rare Secret | $9.49 |
�📦 Chilling Reign Set Context
This Electrode is part of the Chilling Reign expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021. As a Rare Secret card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ryo Ueda, 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 Electrode 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 Secret cards from Chilling Reign are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ryo Ueda resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Lightning typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Electrode 222 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 Ryo Ueda. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Secret card, this Electrode is among the premium chase cards from Chilling Reign. Secret Rare cards have card numbers that exceed the set total, making them highly sought after by completionists. 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: Lightning type Pokémon like Electrode 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 Electrode 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 Lightning energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Electrode works best in Lightning type decks.