Registeel – Celestial Storm (#96)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Registeel (#96) is a Rare card from Sun & Moon - Celestial Storm released in 2018. It showcases artwork by Shin Nagasawa and the Silver Fist attack (60+ damage), If your opponent's Active Pokémon has an Ability, this attack does 60 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.35, Cardmarket average sale is €0.54, Floor listings start near €0.05.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.35
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.61
- Recent low listing: €0.05
Card Details
- Set
- Celestial Storm
- Card Number
- 96
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shin Nagasawa
- HP
- 120
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Exoskeleton
This Pokémon takes 20 less damage from attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
Attacks & Strategy
-
Silver Fist
[Metal, Colorless, Colorless]
— 60+
If your opponent's Active Pokémon has an Ability, this attack does 60 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Registeel from Celestial Storm (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Shin Nagasawa.
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 Registeel 96 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Registeel's Silver Fist deals 60+ damage for Metal + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: If your opponent's Active Pokémon has an Ability, this attack does 60 more damage.
Stats Overview: 120 HP • Metal Type • Weak to Fire ×2 • Resistant to Psychic -20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celestial Storm #96 ← Current | 120 | 1 attack | Rare | $0.35 |
�📦 Celestial Storm Set Context
This Registeel is part of the Celestial Storm expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Shin Nagasawa, 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 Registeel 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 Celestial Storm are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Shin Nagasawa 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: Registeel 96 was released in 2018 in the Celestial Storm expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Shin Nagasawa. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Celestial Storm represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Metal type Pokémon like Registeel have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Registeel 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: Registeel works best in Metal type decks.