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Melmetal SM181

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Set: Sun & Moon Black Star Promos Released: Feb 3, 2017

Pokémon: Melmetal

Metal Type Promo Illustrator: TOKIYA Evolves From: Meltan

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Grade	Market price	30d	vs raw
PSA9	141.50	—	x26
PSA8	76.29	—	x14
PSA7	44.24	—	x8.3

About Melmetal

Revered long ago for its capacity to create iron from nothing, for some reason it has come back to life after 3,000 years.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Melmetal
TypeMetal
National Pokédex #[809]
Card Number SM181
Card RarityPromo
IllustratorTOKIYA
LanguageEnglish
Release Date03/02/2017
SeriesSun & Moon
Expansion Sun & Moon Black Star Promos
Evolves From
Meltan
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatLegal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraModern
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionAlola
Generation Generation 7

Card Attributes

Energy Type Metal
Health Points150 HP
Weakness Fire ×2
Resistance Psychic -20
Retreat Cost Colorless ×4

Abilities

Ability: Metal Eater
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may discard a Metal Pokémon from your hand. If you do, heal 100 damage from this Pokémon.

Attacks

Heavy Impact130

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Melmetal in a dynamic and powerful pose, showcasing its metallic body with striking sheen and reflective surfaces. It towers among rocky debris, emphasizing its formidable presence. The background is a blur of smokey shades, creating a sense of movement and energy. The color palette leans heavily on grays and silvers, accented by hints of blue and purple, providing a futuristic atmosphere. The shading highlights Melmetal‚Äôs robust features, contributing to a mood of strength and resilience as it stands ready for battle.

Playability Overview

Melmetal’s ability encourages strategic discarding of Metal Pokémon for consistent healing, balancing its high-damage attack but demanding careful resource management and a heavier energy investment for retreat.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Metallic MightThis Melmetal card exudes a strong, industrial vibe with its shiny armor and rugged appearance. Position it on a page dedicated to powerful Steel types or tanky Pokémon. The bold colors and robust design make it a great centerpiece, especially next to other heavy hitters like Scizor or Metagross.Additional Binder Suggestions: Urban / Fierce / Sleek Silver / Industrial Power / Heavy Hitters