Hydreigon – Steam Siege (#86)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Hydreigon (#86) is a Rare Holo card from XY - Steam Siege released in 2016. It showcases artwork by Hideki Ishikawa and the Cruel Fang attack (40 damage), During your opponent's next turn, any damage done by attacks from the Defending Pokémon is reduced by 40 (before applying Weakness and Resistance).. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.44, Cardmarket average sale is €0.61, Floor listings start near €0.09.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.44
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.55
- Recent low listing: €0.09
Card Details
- Set
- Steam Siege
- Card Number
- 86
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Hideki Ishikawa
- HP
- 150
- Type
- 🐉 Dragon
- Weaknesses
- Fairy ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Cruel Fang
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 40
During your opponent's next turn, any damage done by attacks from the Defending Pokémon is reduced by 40 (before applying Weakness and Resistance). -
Dark Burn
[Psychic, Darkness, Colorless]
— 50×
Discard as many Darkness Energy attached to your Pokémon as you like. This attack does 50 damage times the amount of Darkness Energy you discarded in this way.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Hydreigon from Steam Siege (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2016, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Hideki Ishikawa.
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 Hydreigon 86 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Hydreigon's Cruel Fang deals 40 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: During your opponent's next turn, any damage done by attacks from the Defending Pokémon is reduced b...
Stats Overview: 150 HP • Dragon Type • Weak to Fairy ×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 #86 ← Current | 150 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $0.44 |
�📦 Steam Siege Set Context
This Hydreigon is part of the Steam Siege expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2016.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Hideki Ishikawa, 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 Hydreigon 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 Steam Siege are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Hideki Ishikawa resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Dragon typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Hydreigon 86 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 Hideki Ishikawa. 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: Dragon type Pokémon like Hydreigon 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 Hydreigon 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 Dragon energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Hydreigon works best in Dragon type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.