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Lairon

Sandstorm 41/100 • uncommon

Set: Sandstorm
Number: 41/100
Rarity: Uncommon
Released: 2003
Energy type: metal energy
Market price: $3.17
Artist: Atsuko Nishida

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What it's worth

$3.17market price via TCGplayer · Nov 3, 2026$2.82 – $3.18 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

This metal-type card from the Sandstorm set represents an important stage in the evolution of this species. Its status as an uncommon find makes it a steady, reliable addition for those building a comprehensive collection of these creatures.

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Card face

What it does

70 HPStage 1

Cost: colorless energyIron Defense

Flip a coin. If heads, prevent all effects of an attack, including damage, done to Lairon during your opponent's next turn.

Cost: metal energy colorless energy colorless energyHeadbutt50

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

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
ExpandedNot legal
UnlimitedLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Released in September 2003 as part of the EX Sandstorm expansion, this Lairon card reflects the early era of the Pokémon Trading Card Game under the stewardship of The Pokémon Company International. The set was notable for introducing the Steel and Darkness energy types to the card game mechanics, expanding the strategic complexity of the game to match the evolution of the video games on the Game Boy Advance.

The illustration was crafted by artist Midori Harada, a prolific contributor to the series known for her clean, expressive depictions of Pokémon. Her design for this Lairon focuses on the creature's armored, industrial aesthetic, emphasizing its status as a burrowing, rock-eating Steel-type. As an uncommon card, it served as a functional mid-tier evolution for players building decks around the Hoenn region's roster.

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About

About Lairon

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