Entei – Battle Styles (#20)

Entei Pokémon card — Battle Styles #20, Rare Holo
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Battle Styles expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Entei (#20) is a Rare Holo card from Sword & Shield - Battle Styles released in 2021. It showcases artwork by kodama and the Heat Dash attack (30 damage), You may attach a Fire Energy card from your hand to this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.34, Cardmarket average sale is €0.36, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.34
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.42
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.42 (CM) $0.34 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Battle Styles
Card Number
20
Rarity
✨ Rare Holo
Illustrator
🎨 kodama
HP
130
Type
🔥 Fire
Regulation Mark
Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
Weaknesses
Water ×2
Retreat Cost
2 (Colorless, Colorless)

Attacks & Strategy

  • Heat Dash [Fire] — 30
    You may attach a Fire Energy card from your hand to this Pokémon.
  • Fire Fang [Fire, Fire, Colorless] — 90
    Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Burned.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Entei from Battle Styles (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator kodama.

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 Entei 20 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.

Key Attack: Entei's Heat Dash deals 30 damage for Fire energy. Special effect: You may attach a Fire Energy card from your hand to this Pokémon.

Stats Overview: 130 HP • Fire Type • Weak to Water ×2

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
Battle Styles #20 ← Current 130 2 attacks Rare Holo $0.34

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�📦 Battle Styles Set Context

This Entei is part of the Battle Styles expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by kodama, 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.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Entei card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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 Battle Styles are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by kodama resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
  • Fire typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Entei 20 was released in 2021 in the Battle Styles 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 kodama. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Battle Styles represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.

Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Entei with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.

🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building

Maximize the value and playability of your Entei card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Fire energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Entei works best in Fire type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.

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