Iron-boulder – Temporal Forces (#217)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Iron-boulder (#217) is a Hyper Rare card from Scarlet & Violet - Temporal Forces released in 2024. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Repulsor Axe attack (60 damage), During your opponent's next turn, if this Pokémon is damaged by an attack (even if it is Knocked Out), put 8 damage counters on the Attacking Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $7.63, Cardmarket average sale is €12.34, Floor listings start near €7.50.
- TCGplayer market price: $7.63
- Cardmarket trend price: €12.27
- Recent low listing: €7.50
Card Details
- Set
- Temporal Forces
- Card Number
- 217
- Rarity
- ✨ Hyper Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 240
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation H ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Repulsor Axe
[Fighting, Colorless]
— 60
During your opponent's next turn, if this Pokémon is damaged by an attack (even if it is Knocked Out), put 8 damage counters on the Attacking Pokémon. -
Power Stomp
[Fighting, Fighting, Colorless]
— 200
Discard 2 Energy from this Pokémon.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (66.7 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Iron-boulder from Temporal Forces (Hyper Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2024, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
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 Iron-boulder 217 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark H, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Iron-boulder's Repulsor Axe deals 60 damage for Fighting + Colorless energy. Special effect: During your opponent's next turn, if this Pokémon is damaged by an attack (even if it is Knocked Out...
Stats Overview: 240 HP • Fighting 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temporal Forces #217 ← Current | 240 | 2 attacks | Hyper Rare | $7.63 |
�📦 Temporal Forces Set Context
This Iron-boulder is part of the Temporal Forces expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2024.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by 5ban Graphics, 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 Iron-boulder 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
- Hyper Rare cards from Temporal Forces are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by 5ban Graphics resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Iron-boulder 217 was released in 2024 in the Temporal Forces expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by 5ban Graphics. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Temporal Forces is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Iron-boulder with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Iron-boulder 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 Fighting energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Iron-boulder works best in Fighting type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. 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.