Steelix
Steelix is a Rare Prime Pokémon TCG printing from HS—Unleashed (#87). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $109.96 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2010. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Steelix suits collectors working on HS—Unleashed who need the Rare Prime slot. Treat $109.96 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Steelix from HS—Unleashed?
Steelix is a Pokémon card in HS—Unleashed numbered 87. It evolves from Onix. National Pokédex #208. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Steelix worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $109.96 for Steelix. Low and high spread runs $109.96 to $410.76. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | HS—Unleashed |
|---|---|
| Number | 87 |
| Rarity | Rare Prime |
| TCGPlayer USD | $109.96 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €10.29 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 140 |
|---|---|
| Types | Metal |
| Evolves from | Onix |
| Energy Stream | ColorlessColorless 30 Search your discard pile for an Energy card and attach it to Steelix. |
| Gaia Crush | MetalMetalColorlessColorlessColorless 100 You may discard any Stadium card in play. |
| Perfect Metal | Steelix can't be affected by any Special Conditions |
| Weakness | Fire ×2 |
How collectible is Steelix?
Steelix is listed as Rare Prime in HS—Unleashed. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Steelix?
Catalog fields: set HS—Unleashed, rarity Rare Prime. Illustrated by Wataru Kawahara. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Steelix (#87) is a chase-tier Rare Prime printing in HS—Unleashed. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Steelix is catalogued as Rare Prime printing in HS—Unleashed, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $109.96.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $109.96 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Steelix worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $109.96 for ungraded Steelix from HS—Unleashed. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Steelix from?
Steelix is listed in HS—Unleashed (HeartGold & SoulSilver) as card #87. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Steelix?
Our catalog lists Steelix as Rare Prime in HS—Unleashed. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Steelix good for collectors or players?
Steelix includes gameplay stats in HS—Unleashed. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Should I grade Steelix?
Grading only makes sense when Steelix appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $109.96, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.