Sceptile – Ruby & Sapphire (#20)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Sceptile (#20) is a Rare card from EX - Ruby & Sapphire released in 2003. It showcases artwork by Ken Sugimori and the Tail Rap attack (50× damage), Flip 2 coins. This attack does 50 damage times the number of heads.. TCGplayer market price sits around $4.84, Cardmarket average sale is €1.47, Floor listings start near €0.05.
- TCGplayer market price: $4.84
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.80
- Recent low listing: €0.05
Card Details
- Set
- Ruby & Sapphire
- Card Number
- 20
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ken Sugimori
- HP
- 100
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Water -30
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Energy Trans
As often as you like during your turn (before your attack), move a Grass Energy card attached to 1 of your Pokémon to another of your Pokémon. This power can't be used if Sceptile is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Tail Rap
[Grass, Colorless, Colorless]
— 50×
Flip 2 coins. This attack does 50 damage times the number of heads.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Sceptile from Ruby & Sapphire (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2003, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ken Sugimori.
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 Sceptile 20 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Sceptile's Tail Rap deals 50× damage for Grass + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip 2 coins. This attack does 50 damage times the number of heads.
Stats Overview: 100 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×2 • Resistant to Water -30
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruby & Sapphire #20 ← Current | 100 | 1 attack | Rare | $4.84 |
�📦 Ruby & Sapphire Set Context
This Sceptile is part of the Ruby & Sapphire expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2003.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ken Sugimori, 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 Sceptile 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 Ruby & Sapphire are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ken Sugimori resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Sceptile 20 was released in 2003 in the Ruby & Sapphire 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 Ken Sugimori. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Ruby & Sapphire is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Sceptile 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 Sceptile 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 Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Sceptile works best in Grass type decks.