Steelix – Cosmic Eclipse (#139)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Steelix (#139) is a Rare Holo card from Sun & Moon - Cosmic Eclipse released in 2019. It showcases artwork by KEIICHIRO ITO and the Thumping Fall attack (50× damage), Discard any number of Pokémon with a Retreat Cost of exactly 4 from your hand. This attack does 50 damage for each card you discarded in this way.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.55, Cardmarket average sale is €0.82, Floor listings start near €0.20.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.55
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.03
- Recent low listing: €0.20
Card Details
- Set
- Cosmic Eclipse
- Card Number
- 139
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 KEIICHIRO ITO
- HP
- 170
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Thumping Fall
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 50×
Discard any number of Pokémon with a Retreat Cost of exactly 4 from your hand. This attack does 50 damage for each card you discarded in this way. -
Iron Tail
[Metal, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 100×
Flip a coin until you get tails. This attack does 100 damage for each heads.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Steelix from Cosmic Eclipse (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator KEIICHIRO ITO.
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 139 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Steelix's Thumping Fall deals 50× damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Discard any number of Pokémon with a Retreat Cost of exactly 4 from your hand. This attack does 50 d...
Stats Overview: 170 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmic Eclipse #139 ← Current | 170 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $0.55 |
�📦 Cosmic Eclipse Set Context
This Steelix is part of the Cosmic Eclipse expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by KEIICHIRO ITO, 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 Cosmic Eclipse are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by KEIICHIRO ITO 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 139 was released in 2019 in the Cosmic Eclipse expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by KEIICHIRO ITO. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Cosmic Eclipse 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 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. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.