Registeel – Crimson Invasion (#68)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Registeel (#68) is a Rare card from Sun & Moon - Crimson Invasion released in 2017. It showcases artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and the Turbo Arm attack (30 damage), Attach a basic Energy card from your discard pile to 1 of your Benched Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.25, Cardmarket average sale is €0.47, Floor listings start near €0.20.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.25
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.59
- Recent low listing: €0.20
Card Details
- Set
- Crimson Invasion
- Card Number
- 68
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Mitsuhiro Arita
- HP
- 130
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Turbo Arm
[Metal]
— 30
Attach a basic Energy card from your discard pile to 1 of your Benched Pokémon. -
Iron Hand
[Metal, Metal, Colorless]
— 90
If Regice is on your Bench, heal 30 damage from this Pokémon.
💡 Self-healing effect increases survivability in extended matchups.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Registeel from Crimson Invasion (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2017, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita.
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 68 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Registeel's Turbo Arm deals 30 damage for Metal energy. Special effect: Attach a basic Energy card from your discard pile to 1 of your Benched Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 130 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimson Invasion #68 ← Current | 130 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.25 |
�📦 Crimson Invasion Set Context
This Registeel is part of the Crimson Invasion expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2017.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita, 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 Crimson Invasion are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Mitsuhiro Arita 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 68 was released in 2017 in the Crimson Invasion 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 Mitsuhiro Arita. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Crimson Invasion represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Metal type Pokémon like Registeel 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 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. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.