Metagross 49/98
Set: Ancient Origins
Released: Aug 12, 2015
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About Metagross
Metang combined to form it. With four brains, it has the intelligence of a supercomputer.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #376
- Card Number 49/98
- Card RarityRare
- IllustratorkirisAki
- Release Date12/08/2015
- SeriesXY
- Expansion Ancient Origins
- Evolves From
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatLegal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraModern
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionHoenn
- Generation Generation 3
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Metal - Health Points150 HP
- Weakness
Fire ×2 - Resistance
Psychic -20 - Retreat Cost



Colorless ×4
Abilities
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Ability:
Magnetic Warp
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may switch your Active Pokémon with 1 of your Benched Pokémon. If you do, your opponent switches his or her Active Pokémon with 1 of his or her Benched Pokémon.
Attacks
- Iron Cannon80+




You may discard all Metal Energy attached to this Pokémon. If you do, this attack does 80 more damage.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Metagross charging forward aggressively across a rocky terrain under a partly cloudy sky, with its intense red eyes focused and its metallic limbs raised, ready to strike with powerful force.
Playability Overview
Metagross’s ability to force both players to switch Active Pokémon offers strategic board control, while its high-damage attack can punish energy investment but requires careful energy management due to heavy retreat cost.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Magnetic MightThis Metagross card has a striking presence with its metallic sheen and intense gaze. It deserves a spot on a "Power-Up" page where heavy hitters reside. The dynamic pose and the bright, bold colors make it stand out beautifully next to other Steel-types like Scizor or Lucario, emphasizing that strong, battle-ready vibe.Additional Binder Suggestions: Steel / Fierce / Bold Metallic / Power Play / Techno Battle



























