Steelix 15/111 Cosmos Holo Pokémon Neo Genesis Raw

Pokémon: Steelix Series: Neo Set: Gennesis Card Number: 15/111 Rarity: R Grade: Raw Year: 2000 Illustrator: Ken Sugimori Type: N/A The Steelix card (15/111), specifically the Holo Rare version from the Neo Genesis expansion of the Pokémon TCG, is a premium raw collectible released on February 18, 2000.Featuring artwork by Ken Sugimori, this Metal-type Stage 1 Pokémon evolves from Onix and is distinguished by its shimmering holofoil finish depicting the serpentine metal Pokémon coiled against a cosmic backdrop. Mechanically, this card possesses 110 HP and features two attacks: Iron Tail ([2 Metal + 2 Colorless], 50 damage), which deals reliable damage output; and Metal Claw ([3 Metal + 1 Colorless], 80 damage), which provides higher damage at a greater resource cost.The card has a Fire Weakness of ×2, a Grass Resistance of -30, and a retreat cost of 4 Colorless energy, with the Pokédex entry noting: "Its body is plated with a metal that is harder than any steel. Its tail is extremely powerful and can flatten mountains." The high retreat cost reflects Steelix's massive, slow-moving physique, making it a defensive wall that is difficult to reposition once deployed. The Holo Rare version of Steelix 15/111 is particularly prized by collectors completing the Neo Genesis master set, as it represents the holofoil variant alongside the non-holo 68/111. The 15/111 Holo commands a significant premium due to its enhanced foil quality and distinct illustration. Its status as one of the most iconic Metal-type Pokémon in the franchise, combined with the scarcity of pristine 1st Edition print runs and the limited PSA 10 population, ensures consistent demand for raw copies in near-mint condition, particularly as the 2000 Neo Genesis era continues to gain vintage collectibility value and the Onix/Steelix evolutionary line remains one of the most iconic in the franchise's history. Product Details Card Number / Rarity:015/111 / Holo Rare Card Type / HP / Stage:Metal / 110 / Stage 1 Attack 1:[2] Tackle (20) Attack 2:[2M] Tail Crush (30+) Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 damage plus 20 more damage; if tails, this attack does 30 damage. Weakness / Resistance / Retreat Cost:R / G-30 / 4 Stock Image(s) Shown. All cards are professionally rated for quality assurance. All cards come sleeved, cards above $5 in value come toploaded. For in hand images please reach out via contact form.