Gastrodon – Steam Siege (#29)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Gastrodon (#29) is a Rare card from XY - Steam Siege released in 2016. It showcases artwork by Aya Kusube and the Sticky Shot attack (20 damage), During your opponent's next turn, the Defending Pokémon's attacks cost Colorless more, and its Retreat Cost is Colorless more.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.37, Cardmarket average sale is €0.28, Floor listings start near €0.05.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.37
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.29
- Recent low listing: €0.05
Card Details
- Set
- Steam Siege
- Card Number
- 29
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Aya Kusube
- HP
- 110
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Sticky Shot
[Water]
— 20
During your opponent's next turn, the Defending Pokémon's attacks cost Colorless more, and its Retreat Cost is Colorless more. -
Water Pulse
[Water, Water, Water]
— 60
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Asleep.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Gastrodon from Steam Siege (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2016, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Aya Kusube.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Gastrodon 29 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Gastrodon's Sticky Shot deals 20 damage for Water energy. Special effect: During your opponent's next turn, the Defending Pokémon's attacks cost Colorless more, and its Retre...
Stats Overview: 110 HP • Water Type • Weak to Grass ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steam Siege #29 ← Current | 110 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.37 |
�📦 Steam Siege Set Context
This Gastrodon is part of the Steam Siege expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2016.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Aya Kusube, 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 Gastrodon 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 cards from Steam Siege are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Aya Kusube resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Gastrodon 29 was released in 2016 in the Steam Siege expansion. This set is part of the XY series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Aya Kusube. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Steam Siege is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Gastrodon with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Gastrodon 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 Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Gastrodon works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.