Steelix

Steelix

Selected Masterpiece • 23/100
Artist Midori Harada
Market Price $16.25
Sandstorm EX 2003
The Illustrator

Midori Harada

Midori Harada has been credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 2003 to 2024, spanning more than 350 illustrations. Across EX, Diamond & Pearl, and Sun & Moon, the work favors vibrant, playful color and clear, character-forward compositions with occasional action-driven framing.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Steelix card from the Sandstorm set captures a moment of this imposing Pokémon emerging from the rocky terrain, its metallic body glistening in the light. The scene conveys a sense of strength and determination, as Steelix stands ready to confront any challenge that comes its way. The rugged landscape around it enhances the feeling of resilience, emphasizing its role as a guardian of the earth. This snapshot invites the viewer to appreciate the raw power and presence of Steelix in its natural environment.”

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
EX
Release
18/09/2003

Rage

10+

Does 10 damage plus 10 more damage for each damage counter on Steelix.

Spinning Tail

Does 20 damage to each of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)

Weakness
×2
Resistance
-30
Retreat Cost