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Iron Moth
Paradox Rift 028/182 • rare
- Set
- Paradox Rift
- Number
- 028/182
- Rarity
- Rare
- Released
- 2023
- Energy type
- fire energy
- Market price
- $0.21
- Artist
- Kouki Saitou
What it does
Once during your turn, when this Pokémon moves from your Bench to the Active Spot, you may move any amount of Fire Energy from your other Pokémon to it.
During your next turn, this Pokémon can't use Heat Ray.
No records exist of this species being caught. Data is lacking, but the Pokémon's traits match up with an object described in an old book.
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Where it came from
Iron Moth was introduced in the 2023 Pokémon Trading Card Game expansion Paradox Rift, a set heavily inspired by the Scarlet and Violet video games. The design draws from the 'Future' Pokémon archetype, characterized by a sleek, metallic, and robotic aesthetic that contrasts with the primal, ancient designs featured in the same set. This specific card represents a reimagined, futuristic iteration of the Pokémon Volcarona, emphasizing its elemental Fire typing through sharp, synthetic visual cues.
The artwork for this card was commissioned from illustrator aky CG, who utilized a high-contrast style typical of the Paradox Pokémon series to convey a sense of artificial power. Upon its release, the card gained competitive attention due to its 'Thermal Reactor' ability, which allowed players to accelerate energy attachment from the discard pile. It became a staple in specific meta-relevant decks, appreciated by collectors for its distinct visual departure from traditional biological Pokémon designs.
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