Melmetal 117/162
Set: Temporal Forces
Released: Mar 22, 2024
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About Melmetal
At the end of its life-span, Melmetal will rust and fall apart. The small shards left behind will eventually be reborn as Meltan.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #809
- Card Number 117/162
- Card RarityRare
- IllustratorOswaldo KATO
- Release Date22/03/2024
- Regulation MarkH
- SeriesScarlet & Violet
- Expansion Temporal Forces
- Evolves From
- Standard FormatLegal
- Expanded FormatLegal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraModern
- Production StatusIn Print
- RegionAlola
- Generation Generation 7
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Metal - Health Points160 HP
- Weakness
Fire ×2 - Resistance
Grass -30 - Retreat Cost



Colorless ×4
Attacks
- Hammer In120



- Iron Bash230





Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Melmetal standing powerfully on a grassy hill, its metallic body gleaming under a clear blue sky. Its large fists glow with energy, ready to unleash a devastating hammer strike.
Playability Overview
Melmetal offers strong damage output with its attacks but requires substantial energy investment and careful retreat planning due to its high retreat cost, making it best suited for focused, heavy-hitter strategies.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Metal MightThis Melmetal card exudes strength with its imposing figure and metallic sheen. The dynamic pose and the industrial vibe of the background make it a perfect fit for a "Heavy Hitters" page. Pair it with other powerful Steel types or Pokémon that have a robust presence to emphasize its dominant aura.Additional Binder Suggestions: Industrial / Fierce / Metallic / Power Play / Heavyweight Battle























