Steelix

Steelix

Selected Masterpiece • 24/95
Market Price $3.5
HS—Unleashed HeartGold & SoulSilver 2010
The Illustrator

Masakazu Fukuda

Masakazu Fukuda has been credited on Pokémon TCG illustrations from 2003 to 2024, spanning sets such as Black & White, Holon Phantoms, and Supreme Victors. The work leans cartoonish and colorful, with playful energy, balanced framing, and clear character-forward staging.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Steelix card captures a moment where this formidable Pokémon appears to be emerging from the depths, its metallic body glistening with an almost otherworldly sheen. Surrounded by a muted, industrial backdrop, Steelix conveys a sense of strength and resilience, as if it is ready to face any challenge that comes its way. The illustration highlights its fierce expression, suggesting a character that is both intimidating and majestic. In this snapshot, Steelix embodies the power of nature intertwined with the essen”

Editorial & Data

Published by Artchu Editorial. Card facts are based on structured reference data and Artchu enrichment. Visual commentary is AI-assisted and human-reviewed. Visual ranking reflects Artchu’s internal art_score methodology. Market data reflects the latest source shown on the page. Data refreshed: January 16, 2026.

Rarity Rare
Card Type Metal
Era
HeartGold & SoulSilver
Release
12/05/2010

Guard Press

40

During your opponent's next turn, any damage done to Steelix by attacks is reduced by 20 (after applying Weakness and Resistance).

Steel Swing

80×

Flip 2 coins. This attack does 80 damage times the number of heads.

Weakness
×2
Resistance
-20
Retreat Cost