Steelix – Fusion Strike (#139)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Steelix (#139) is a Rare Holo card from Sword & Shield - Fusion Strike released in 2021. It showcases artwork by Ryuta Fuse and the Powerful Rage attack (20× damage), This attack does 20 damage for each damage counter on this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.19, Cardmarket average sale is €0.17, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.19
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.18
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Fusion Strike
- Card Number
- 139
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ryuta Fuse
- HP
- 190
- Type
- ✊ Fighting
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation E ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Powerful Rage
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 20×
This attack does 20 damage for each damage counter on this Pokémon. -
Earthquake
[Fighting, Fighting, Colorless]
— 180
This attack also does 30 damage to each of your Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (60.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Steelix from Fusion Strike (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2021, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ryuta Fuse.
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 Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark E, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Steelix's Powerful Rage deals 20× damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 20 damage for each damage counter on this Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 190 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Grass ×2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fusion Strike #139 ← Current | 190 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $0.19 |
�📦 Fusion Strike Set Context
This Steelix is part of the Fusion Strike expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2021.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ryuta Fuse, 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 Fusion Strike are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ryuta Fuse resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Steelix 139 was released in 2021 in the Fusion Strike 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 Ryuta Fuse. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Fusion Strike represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Fighting 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 Fighting energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Steelix works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.