Metagross δ 11/113
Set: Delta Species
Released: Oct 31, 2005
Lightning Type
Metal TypeRaw Prices
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Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #376
- Card Number 11/113
- Card RarityRare Holo
- IllustratorMasakazu Fukuda
- Release Date31/10/2005
- SeriesEX
- Expansion Delta Species
- Evolves From
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraVintage
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionHoenn
- Generation Generation 3
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Lightning, Metal - Health Points100 HP
- Weakness
Fire ×2
- Resistance
Grass -30
- Retreat Cost
Colorless ×3
Lightning, 
Metal 
Fire ×2 
Grass -30 
Abilities
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Poké-Power:
Delta Control
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may look at the top 4 cards of your deck, choose 1 of them, and put it into your hand. Put the 3 other cards on the bottom of your deck in any order. This power can't be used if Metagross is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks
- Crush and Burn30+
You may discard as many Energy cards as you like attached to your Pokémon in play. If you do, this attack does 30 damage plus 20 more damage for each Energy card you discarded.
Rules
- This Pokémon is both Lightning Metal type.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Metagross standing prominently in tall grass at sunset, its metallic body glowing purple under the warm sky, while silhouettes of distant buildings fade into the horizon, creating a mysterious, powerful atmosphere.
Playability Overview
Metagross offers versatile deck optimization with Delta Control and scalable damage with Crush and Burn, but its high retreat cost and vulnerability to Special Conditions limit its competitive play.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Twilight MeadowThis Metagross fits well as a standout piece on a nature-themed page with a hint of dusk or early evening vibes. Place it in the center with other cards that have grassy or sunset backgrounds to highlight the mix of tech and nature in the glowing purple light and lush grass.Additional Binder Suggestions: Grassland / Calm / Purple Glow / Dusk Shadows / Tech Meets Nature
