Rhyperior – Sword & Shield (#99)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Rhyperior (#99) is a Rare Holo card from Sword & Shield - Sword & Shield released in 2020. It showcases artwork by Satoshi Shirai and the Rock Tumble attack (90 damage), This attack's damage isn't affected by Resistance.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.31, Cardmarket average sale is €0.72, Floor listings start near €0.15.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.31
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.75
- Recent low listing: €0.15
Card Details
- Set
- Sword & Shield
- Card Number
- 99
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Satoshi Shirai
- HP
- 190
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation D ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Rock Tumble
[Fighting, Colorless, Colorless]
— 90
This attack's damage isn't affected by Resistance. -
Bedrock Shake
[Fighting, Fighting, Colorless, Colorless]
— 120
This attack also does 60 damage to each Benched Pokémon that has any damage counters on it (both yours and your opponent's). (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Rhyperior from Sword & Shield (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2020, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Satoshi Shirai.
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 Rhyperior 99 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark D, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Rhyperior's Rock Tumble deals 90 damage for Fighting + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack's damage isn't affected by Resistance.
Stats Overview: 190 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sword & Shield #99 ← Current | 190 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $0.31 |
�📦 Sword & Shield Set Context
This Rhyperior is part of the Sword & Shield expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2020.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Satoshi Shirai, 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 Rhyperior 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 Sword & Shield are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Satoshi Shirai 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: Rhyperior 99 was released in 2020 in the Sword & Shield expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Satoshi Shirai. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Sword & Shield represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Rhyperior 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 Rhyperior 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: Rhyperior works best in Fighting type decks.