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Forretress

Dragon 28/97 • uncommon

Set: Dragon
Number: 28/97
Rarity: Uncommon
Released: 2003
Energy type: metal energy
Market price: $1.67
Artist: Mitsuhiro Arita

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What it's worth

$1.67market price via TCGplayer · Sep 20, 2026$1.40 – $1.70 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This metal-type Forretress card from the Dragon set showcases a distinct elemental typing that significantly alters how the Pokémon interacts with defensive matchups at the table. As an uncommon find, this card represents a specific snapshot of game balance from its era, making it a thoughtful inclusion for collectors interested in the evolution of metal-type strategies.

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Card face

What it does

80 HPStage 1

Cost: metal energy colorless energyDouble Metal Ball

Put 2 damage counters on each Defending Pokémon.

Cost: colorless energy colorless energy colorless energyBackspin40

After your attack, you may discard 1 Energy card attached to Forretress. If you do, switch Forretress with 1 of your Benched Pokémon.

Weaknessfire energy×2Resistancegrass energy-30Retreatcolorless energy colorless energy

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
ExpandedNot legal
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Provenance

Where it came from

The Forretress card, numbered 28/97, was released in the EX Dragon expansion of the Pokémon Trading Card Game in 2003. This set marked a significant era for the game, as it was published under the stewardship of The Pokémon Company International after the license transitioned from Wizards of the Coast to Nintendo. The set introduced the Dragon-type mechanic and featured prominent EX-series cards, reflecting the transition toward more modern, stylized gameplay mechanics that emphasized heavy defensive capabilities and type-specific synergies.

The artwork for this card was created by artist Midori Harada, a long-time contributor to the Pokémon franchise. Harada’s design emphasizes the bulbous, armored nature of Forretress, capturing its intimidating stance through a vibrant, digital illustration style characteristic of the mid-2000s era. At the time of release, this uncommon card was well-regarded by players for its 'Spikes' Poké-Body, which allowed for strategic chip damage against opponents, making it a functional inclusion in the defensive-minded decks that were popular during the early EX-series meta.

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