Question 1

What is the current market value of Steelix #208?

Accepted Answer

Steelix (Paradox Rift) is presently valued at about $30.41 in raw condition. Compared with last week, pricing is 25.8% higher. It now sits 27.1% above its 30-day average of $23.92. The 90-day window shows a floor near $20.28 and a peak around $34.77 (48% total spread), which maps to moderate-volatility movement. Rarity classification for this copy is Illustration Rare.

Question 2

Is Steelix #208 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Current valuation lens: Weekly movement is positive (25.8%), and value remains materially above its recent low (50%). With a 48% 90-day spread ($20.28-$34.77), this card currently tracks as moderate-volatility. Versus the 30-day average ($23.92), the card is trading 27.1% higher. Without a consistent graded comp in the current snapshot, live listings are still required for reliable condition-based valuation.

Question 3

What is Steelix #208 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

Steelix appears in Paradox Rift, released in 2023. Card flavor text reads: "It is thought its body transformed as a result of iron accumulating internally from swallowing soil." Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Illustration Rare. Printed HP is 180. Energy typing is Metal. As an evolution, Steelix develops from Onix. Attack line includes "Earthquake" and "Heavy Impact". It has a weakness to Fire and resistance to Grass. This rarity tier generally sits in premium chase segments relative to base rarities.

Question 4

What are the alternative Steelix cards available?

Accepted Answer

A wider Steelix checklist helps contextualize this specific Steelix print. This comparison sample includes 6 alternatives across 5 sets. Comparable prices currently cover $1.04-$154.00, a 14708% band. Against the sample mean of $47.17, this card is -36%. Notable alternatives include Steelix #79 (Plasma Freeze) at $1.73, Steelix #38 (Diamond & Pearl) at $1.28, Steelix #28 (Stormfront) at $1.04, and Steelix #35 (Aquapolis) at $154.00.

Question 5

What set is Steelix #208 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Release year for Paradox Rift is 2023. Paradox Rift is grouped under the Scarlet & Violet era. With 266 listed cards, this is a very large set by modern TCG standards. As of 2026, the set is 3 years old and sits in a modern-era collecting window. Within this set, Steelix is card number 208 with a Illustration Rare designation.

Steelix #208

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