Scizor – HS—Undaunted (#84)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Scizor (#84) is a Rare Prime card from HeartGold & SoulSilver - HS—Undaunted released in 2010. It showcases artwork by Noriko Hotta and the Metal Scissors attack (30+ damage), Does 30 damage plus 20 more damage for each Metal Energy attached to Scizor.. TCGplayer market price sits around $38.36, Cardmarket average sale is €11.00, Floor listings start near €1.49.
- TCGplayer market price: $38.36
- Cardmarket trend price: €10.16
- Recent low listing: €1.49
Card Details
- Set
- HS—Undaunted
- Card Number
- 84
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Prime
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Noriko Hotta
- HP
- 100
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Red Armor
Prevent all damage done to Scizor by attacks from your opponent's Pokémon that have any Special Energy cards attached to them.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Metal Scissors
[Metal, Colorless]
— 30+
Does 30 damage plus 20 more damage for each Metal Energy attached to Scizor.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Scizor from HS—Undaunted (Rare Prime) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2010, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Noriko Hotta.
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 Scizor 84 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Scizor's Metal Scissors deals 30+ damage for Metal + Colorless energy. Special effect: Does 30 damage plus 20 more damage for each Metal Energy attached to Scizor.
Stats Overview: 100 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HS—Undaunted #84 ← Current | 100 | 1 attack | Rare Prime | $38.36 |
�📦 HS—Undaunted Set Context
This Scizor is part of the HS—Undaunted expansion , released as part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series in 2010.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Noriko Hotta, 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 Scizor 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 Prime cards from HS—Undaunted are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Noriko Hotta 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.
More from HS—Undaunted
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Scizor 84 was released in 2010 in the HS—Undaunted expansion. This set is part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Noriko Hotta. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: HS—Undaunted 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 Scizor 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 Scizor 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: Scizor works best in Metal type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.