Steelix Collector’s Guide: Fusion Strike #139

Character Intro

Steelix from the Fusion Strike set is a Rare Holo card numbered 139. This sturdy Pokémon boasts 190 HP and features the powerful Earthquake attack. Its gleaming design captures the essence of its formidable strength.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Onix)
• Retreat Cost: 4
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Resistances: None
• Regulation Mark: E
• Flavor Text: It is thought its body transformed as a result of iron accumulating internally from swallowing soil.

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the exact printing of Steelix from the Fusion Strike set, card number 139. It is a Rare Holo card with no known alternate print variants.

Attacks

• Powerful Rage: Deals damage based on damage counters on Steelix.
• Earthquake: A high-damage attack that also affects your Benched Pokémon.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate artworks for this Steelix card.

Identification Cues

• Set code: swsh8-139
• Type: Fighting
• Illustrator: Ryuta Fuse
• Rarity: Rare Holo
• Regulation mark: E

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

This Steelix card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its high HP and powerful attacks make it a formidable card for casual play or collection, but tournament legality is not established.

Care & Storage Tips

• Use a penny sleeve plus a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to protect the holo finish.
• Store away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Avoid touching the card surface to prevent oils and scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Fusion Strike: This set introduces Steelix as a robust Fighting-type Stage 1 Pokémon with strong offensive capabilities and a unique flavor text that adds depth to its lore. The card fits well into collections emphasizing powerful, high-HP Pokémon with strategic attack options.