Steelix – Battle Styles (#99)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Steelix (#99) is a Rare Holo card from Sword & Shield - Battle Styles released in 2021. It showcases artwork by NC Empire and the Steel Swing attack (80× damage), Flip 2 coins. This attack does 80 damage for each heads.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.28, Cardmarket average sale is €0.39, Floor listings start near €0.08.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.28
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.30
- Recent low listing: €0.08
Card Details
- Set
- Battle Styles
- Card Number
- 99
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 NC Empire
- HP
- 190
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Grass -30
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Steel Swing
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 80×
Flip 2 coins. This attack does 80 damage for each heads. -
Heavy Impact
[Metal, Metal, Metal, Colorless, Colorless]
— 200
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (40.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Steelix from Battle Styles (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator NC Empire.
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 Steelix 99 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Steelix's Steel Swing deals 80× damage for Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip 2 coins. This attack does 80 damage for each heads.
Stats Overview: 190 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battle Styles #99 ← Current | 190 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $0.28 |
�📦 Battle Styles Set Context
This Steelix is part of the Battle Styles expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by NC Empire, 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 Steelix 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 cards from Battle Styles are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by NC Empire 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: Steelix 99 was released in 2021 in the Battle Styles 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 NC Empire. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Battle Styles represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Metal type Pokémon like Steelix with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Steelix 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: Steelix works best in Metal type decks. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.