Skarmory – Power Keepers (#98)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Skarmory (#98) is a Rare Holo Ex card from EX - Power Keepers released in 2007. It showcases artwork by Ryo Ueda and the Whirlwind attack (30 damage), Your opponent switches the Defending Pokémon with 1 of his or her Benched Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $45.81, Cardmarket average sale is €27.50, Floor listings start near €6.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $45.81
- Cardmarket trend price: €23.35
- Recent low listing: €6.00
Card Details
- Set
- Power Keepers
- Card Number
- 98
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Ex
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ryo Ueda
- HP
- 100
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Grass -30
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
-
Metal Gravity
If your opponent's Active Pokémon retreats and has 40 or more remaining HP, put 3 damage counters on that Pokémon. You can't use more than 1 Metal Gravity Poké-Body each turn.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Whirlwind
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 30
Your opponent switches the Defending Pokémon with 1 of his or her Benched Pokémon. - Razor Wing [Metal, Metal, Colorless] — 60
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Skarmory from Power Keepers (Rare Holo Ex) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2007, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ryo Ueda.
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 98 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Skarmory's Whirlwind deals 30 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Your opponent switches the Defending Pokémon with 1 of his or her Benched Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 100 HP • Metal Type • Weak to Fire ×2 • Resistant to Grass -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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Keepers #98 ← Current | 100 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo Ex | $45.81 |
�📦 Power Keepers Set Context
This Skarmory is part of the Power Keepers expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2007.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ryo Ueda, 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 Holo Ex cards from Power Keepers are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ryo Ueda 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.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Skarmory 98 was released in 2007 in the Power Keepers 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 Ryo Ueda. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Power Keepers 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.