Rockruff – Chilling Reign (#86)

Rockruff Pokémon card — Chilling Reign #86, Common
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Chilling Reign expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Rockruff (#86) is a Common card from Sword & Shield - Chilling Reign released in 2021. It showcases artwork by Yuu Nishida and the Crunch attack (30 damage), Flip a coin. If heads, discard an Energy from your opponent's Active Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.07, Cardmarket average sale is €0.04, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.07
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.04
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.04 (CM) $0.07 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Chilling Reign
Card Number
86
Rarity
✨ Common
Illustrator
🎨 Yuu Nishida
HP
70
Type
✊ Fighting
Regulation Mark
Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
Weaknesses
Grass ×2
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)
Evolves To
Lycanroc

Attacks & Strategy

  • Crunch [Fighting, Fighting] — 30
    Flip a coin. If heads, discard an Energy from your opponent's Active Pokémon.
⚔️ Evolution Strategy: Consider pairing with Lycanroc for a complete evolution line in competitive decks.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Rockruff from Chilling Reign (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Yuu Nishida.

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 Rockruff 86 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.

Key Attack: Rockruff's Crunch deals 30 damage for Fighting + Fighting energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, discard an Energy from your opponent's Active Pokémon.

Stats Overview: 70 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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�📦 Chilling Reign Set Context

This Rockruff is part of the Chilling Reign expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Yuu Nishida, 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.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Rockruff card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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

  • Common cards from Chilling Reign are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Yuu Nishida 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: Rockruff 86 was released in 2021 in the Chilling Reign 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 Yuu Nishida. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Chilling Reign represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.

Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Rockruff have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.

🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building

Maximize the value and playability of your Rockruff card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Fighting energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Rockruff works best in Fighting type decks. 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.

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