Steelix – Steam Siege (#67)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Steelix (#67) is a Rare Holo Ex card from XY - Steam Siege released in 2016. It showcases artwork by Eske Yoshinob and the Wild Edge attack (80+ damage), You may do 50 more damage. If you do, this Pokémon does 20 damage to itself.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.51, Cardmarket average sale is €2.01, Floor listings start near €0.49.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.51
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.91
- Recent low listing: €0.49
Card Details
- Set
- Steam Siege
- Card Number
- 67
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Ex
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Eske Yoshinob
- HP
- 180
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- M Steelix-EX
Attacks & Strategy
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Wild Edge
[Metal, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 80+
You may do 50 more damage. If you do, this Pokémon does 20 damage to itself. -
Iron Tail
[Metal, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 100×
Flip a coin until you get tails. This attack does 100 damage times the number of heads.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Steelix from Steam Siege (Rare Holo Ex) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2016, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Eske Yoshinob.
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 Steelix 67 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Steelix's Wild Edge deals 80+ damage for Metal + Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: You may do 50 more damage. If you do, this Pokémon does 20 damage to itself.
Stats Overview: 180 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steam Siege #67 ← Current | 180 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo Ex | $1.51 |
�📦 Steam Siege Set Context
This Steelix is part of the Steam Siege expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2016.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Eske Yoshinob, 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 Ex cards from Steam Siege are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Eske Yoshinob 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 67 was released in 2016 in the Steam Siege expansion. This set is part of the XY series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Eske Yoshinob. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Steam Siege 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 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.