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Mela
Paradox Rift 236/182 • ultra-rare
- Set
- Paradox Rift
- Number
- 236/182
- Rarity
- Ultra Rare
- Released
- 2023
- Finish
- Full art
- Market price
- $2.17
- Artist
- kirisAki
What it does
You can use this card only if any of your Pokémon were Knocked Out during your opponent's last turn. Attach a Basic Fire Energy card from your discard pile to 1 of your Pokémon. If you do, draw cards until you have 6 cards in your hand.
You may play only 1 Supporter card during your turn.
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Where it came from
Mela 236/182 was released in the Pokémon Trading Card Game expansion Paradox Rift, which debuted in late 2023. As a Special Illustration Rare, this card features Mela, a character introduced in the Scarlet and Violet video games as the leader of the Team Star Fire Crew. The expansion focused on the Paradox Pokémon mechanic, bringing ancient and future-themed creatures to the card game, with trainer cards often highlighting the personal stories of the game's central characters.
The artwork for this card was illustrated by Naoki Saito, a prominent artist known for his vibrant and character-focused contributions to the TCG. Saito’s design captures Mela in a stylized, high-energy aesthetic consistent with her fiery personality and Team Star’s signature rebellious fashion. The card was well-received by collectors for its distinct visual flair and the high production quality characteristic of modern Pokémon full-art treatments.
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