Entei – Crown Zenith (#21)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Entei (#21) is a Rare Holo card from Sword & Shield - Crown Zenith released in 2023. It showcases artwork by Nisota Niso and the Claw Slash attack (90 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.38, Cardmarket average sale is €0.44, Floor listings start near €0.04.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.38
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.47
- Recent low listing: €0.04
Card Details
- Set
- Crown Zenith
- Card Number
- 21
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Nisota Niso
- HP
- 120
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation F ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Explosive Heat Dash
If this Pokémon has any Fire Energy attached, it has no Retreat Cost.
Attacks & Strategy
- Claw Slash [Colorless, Colorless, Colorless] — 90
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Entei from Crown Zenith (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2023, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Nisota Niso.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Entei 21 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark F, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Entei's Claw Slash deals 90 damage for Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 120 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.
� Compare Entei Cards
Looking for other Entei cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crown Zenith #21 ← Current | 120 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $0.38 |
�📦 Crown Zenith Set Context
This Entei is part of the Crown Zenith expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2023.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Nisota Niso, 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 Entei 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 Crown Zenith are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Nisota Niso 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 21 was released in 2023 in the Crown Zenith 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 Nisota Niso. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Crown Zenith is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Entei have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Entei 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 Fire energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Entei works best in Fire type decks. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.