Registeel – Hidden Legends (#99)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Registeel (#99) is a Rare Holo Ex card from EX - Hidden Legends released in 2004. It showcases artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita and the Steel Wave attack (50 damage), Does 20 damage to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon of the same type as the Defending Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $98.23, Cardmarket average sale is €51.50, Floor listings start near €9.50.
- TCGplayer market price: $98.23
- Cardmarket trend price: €51.37
- Recent low listing: €9.50
Card Details
- Set
- Hidden Legends
- Card Number
- 99
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Ex
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Mitsuhiro Arita
- HP
- 90
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Grass -30
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Exoskeleton
Any damage done to Registeel ex by attacks is reduced by 10 (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
Attacks & Strategy
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Steel Wave
[Metal, Metal, Colorless]
— 50
Does 20 damage to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon of the same type as the Defending Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Registeel from Hidden Legends (Rare Holo Ex) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2004, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita.
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 Registeel 99 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Registeel's Steel Wave deals 50 damage for Metal + Metal + Colorless energy. Special effect: Does 20 damage to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon of the same type as the Defending Pokémon....
Stats Overview: 90 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 Registeel Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hidden Legends #99 ← Current | 90 | 1 attack | Rare Holo Ex | $98.23 |
�📦 Hidden Legends Set Context
This Registeel is part of the Hidden Legends expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2004.
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 Holo Ex cards from Hidden Legends 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 99 was released in 2004 in the Hidden Legends expansion. This set is part of the EX 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: Hidden Legends is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Metal type Pokémon like Registeel have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ 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.