Skarmory – Deoxys (#26)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Skarmory (#26) is a Rare card from EX - Deoxys released in 2005. It showcases artwork by Kouki Saitou and the Spearhead attack, Draw a card.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.11, Cardmarket average sale is €0.81, Floor listings start near €0.09.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.11
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.85
- Recent low listing: €0.09
Card Details
- Set
- Deoxys
- Card Number
- 26
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kouki Saitou
- HP
- 70
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
-
Metallic Lift
If Skarmory has any Metal Energy attached to it, the Retreat Cost for Skarmory is 0.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Spearhead
[Colorless]
Draw a card. -
Heavy Metal
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 10+
Flip a coin for each Metal Energy attached to Skarmory. This attack does 10 damage plus 20 more damage for each heads.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Skarmory from Deoxys (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2005, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kouki Saitou.
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 Skarmory 26 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Skarmory's Spearhead for Colorless energy. Special effect: Draw a card.
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Metal Type • Weak to Lightning ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -30
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Skarmory Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deoxys #26 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Rare | $1.11 |
�📦 Deoxys Set Context
This Skarmory is part of the Deoxys expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2005.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kouki Saitou, 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 Skarmory 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 Deoxys are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kouki Saitou 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 Deoxys
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Skarmory 26 was released in 2005 in the Deoxys 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 Kouki Saitou. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Deoxys 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 Skarmory with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Skarmory 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: Skarmory works best in Metal type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.