Meltan 045/078
Set: Pokémon GO
Released: Jul 1, 2022
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About Meltan
It melts particles of iron and other metals found in the subsoil, so it can absorb them into its body of molten steel.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #808
- Card Number 045/078
- Card RarityCommon
- IllustratorSumiyoshi Kizuki
- Release Date01/07/2022
- Regulation MarkF
- SeriesSword & Shield
- Expansion Pokémon GO
- Evolves To
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatLegal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraModern
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionAlola
- Generation Generation 7
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Metal - Health Points70 HP
- Weakness
Fire ×2 - Resistance
Grass -30 - Retreat Cost

Colorless ×2
Attacks
- Thunder Shock20


Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Meltan curiously perched on a workbench surrounded by tools, its metallic body gleaming under bright light while large wrenches and a red toolbox hint at a workshop setting.
Playability Overview
Meltan’s low HP and coin-dependent paralysis make it a risky early attacker, better suited for disruption in casual, unpredictable matches.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Metal WorkshopThis card features Meltan in a workshop setting, surrounded by gears and tools, giving it a unique industrial vibe. It’s best to place it in a page dedicated to steel or mechanical Pokémon, alongside cards like Beldum or Lucario that evoke a similar atmosphere. The metallic colors really pop against the background, making it a striking centerpiece.Additional Binder Suggestions: Workshop / Playful / Industrial / Puzzle Piece / Tech Savvy









