Steelix – Plasma Freeze #79 Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Steelix is a rare card from the Plasma Freeze set, numbered 79. With 150 HP, it’s a resilient addition to any deck. Its signature attack, Heavy Impact, underscores its imposing battlefield presence.

Quick Facts

• Type: Metal
• Stage: Stage 1, Team Plasma
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: Psychic -20
• Retreat Cost: 4
• Flavor Text: The iron it ingested with the soil it swallowed transformed its body and made it harder than diamonds.

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the exact printing from the Plasma Freeze set, card number 79.

Attacks

• Metal Defender — 50 damage; during your opponent’s next turn, Steelix has no Weakness.
• Heavy Impact — 100 damage with a heavy Metal energy investment.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by its set code “bw9” and card number 79. The card’s subtypes include Stage 1 and Team Plasma, and it is visually distinguished by artwork from 5ban Graphics.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality status: unknown.
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Players should verify tournament rules before use.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve condition, sleeve the card and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its high retreat cost and heavy energy requirements, it’s better suited for collectors or casual play than competitive decks.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Plasma Freeze: Introduces Steelix as a powerful Metal-type Stage 1 Pokémon with notable defensive and offensive capabilities, emphasizing Team Plasma’s theme. The card stands out for its high HP and an attack that temporarily negates Weakness.