Steelix H23/H32
Set: Aquapolis
Released: Jan 15, 2003
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Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #208
- Card Number H23/H32
- Card RarityRare Holo
- IllustratorHajime Kusajima
- Release Date15/01/2003
- SeriesE-Card
- Expansion Aquapolis
- Evolves From
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraVintage
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionJohto
- Generation Generation 2
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Metal - Health Points100 HP
- Weakness
Fire ×2
- Resistance
Grass -30
- Retreat Cost
Colorless ×4
Metal 
Fire ×2 
Grass -30 
Attacks
- Earth Rift10
This attack does 10 damage to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness or Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) Then, flip a coin. If tails, this attack can't be used during your next turn.
- Iron Smash50+
Flip 2 coins. If both are heads, this attack does 50 damage plus 20 more damage. If both are tails, this attack does nothing. If 1 is heads and 1 is tails, this attack just does 50 damage.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Steelix coiling through a cosmic, star-filled void, its metallic body gleaming with ethereal light, exuding power and resilience as it navigates the shimmering expanse of space.
Playability Overview
Steelix offers versatile bench damage and a potentially strong attack, but its high retreat cost and reliance on coin flips limit consistent competitive viability.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Cosmic SteelPlace this Steelix in the center of a cosmic-themed page. The sparkling background adds a celestial vibe, making it a great focal point. Surround it with other Steel or Rock types to maintain the industrial feel, and use cards with darker backgrounds to enhance its striking appearance.Additional Binder Suggestions: Space / Intense / Metallic / Iron Giants / Celestial Beasts
