Honedge – Battle Styles (#105)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Honedge (#105) is a Common card from Sword & Shield - Battle Styles released in 2021. It showcases artwork by sowsow and the Ambush attack (10+ damage), Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.08, Cardmarket average sale is €0.04, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.08
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.04
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Battle Styles
- Card Number
- 105
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 sowsow
- HP
- 60
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Grass -30
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Doublade
Attacks & Strategy
-
Ambush
[Metal]
— 10+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Honedge from Battle Styles (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator sowsow.
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 Honedge 105 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Honedge's Ambush deals 10+ damage for Metal energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 more damage.
Stats Overview: 60 HP • Metal Type • Weak to Fire ×2 • Resistant to Grass -30
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Honedge Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battle Styles #105 ← Current | 60 | 1 attack | Common | $0.08 |
�📦 Battle Styles Set Context
This Honedge is part of the Battle Styles expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by sowsow, 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 Honedge 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
- Common cards from Battle Styles are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by sowsow 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: Honedge 105 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 sowsow. 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: Metal type Pokémon like Honedge 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 Honedge 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 Metal energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Honedge works best in Metal 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.