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Iron Treads ex
Scarlet & Violet 248/198 • ultra-rare
- Set
- Scarlet & Violet
- Number
- 248/198
- Rarity
- Special Illustration Rare
- Released
- 2023
- Energy type
- metal energy
- Finish
- Full art
- Market price
- $5.86
- Artist
- KEIICHIRO ITO
What it does
This attack does 30 damage to 3 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
Switch this Pokémon with 1 of your Benched Pokémon.
Pokémon ex rule: When your Pokémon ex is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
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Where it came from
Iron Treads ex was released in 2023 as part of the inaugural Scarlet & Violet expansion for the Pokémon Trading Card Game. This set marked a significant transition in the game's mechanics, introducing the 'ex' card type that featured powerful abilities and higher HP, alongside the return of Tera Pokémon designs. Iron Treads, a Paradox Pokémon resembling a futuristic version of Donphan, was introduced to highlight the themes of advanced technology and artificial intelligence central to the Pokémon Violet narrative.
The 248/198 Special Illustration Rare version was designed to showcase the artistic potential of the new generation, utilizing a distinct, highly stylized aesthetic that moves away from traditional competitive card art. The illustration captures the metallic, industrial nature of the creature, emphasizing its movement and mechanical construction. Upon its release, this card was widely praised by collectors for its intricate detail and the shift toward more experimental, painterly compositions that became a hallmark of the Scarlet & Violet era.
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