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Metagross
POP Series 1 2/17 • rare
- Set
- POP Series 1
- Number
- 2/17
- Rarity
- Rare
- Released
- 2004
- Energy type
- metal energy
- Market price
- $14.74
- Artist
- Ken Sugimori
What it does
Flip a coin. If heads, discard 1 Energy attached to the Defending Pokémon.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
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Where it came from
The Metagross card from the POP Series 1 set was released in 2005 as part of the Pokémon Organized Play program. These cards were distributed exclusively through league events and promotional kits, designed to encourage local gameplay and community building rather than being sold in standard retail booster packs. The series served as an introduction to the organized play structure for the Diamond and Pearl generation of collectors.
The card features artwork by illustrator Kouki Saitou, who is known for his distinct, dynamic approach to Pokémon character design. In this entry, Metagross is rendered with a focus on its heavy, metallic aesthetic, reflecting the design philosophy of the Hoenn region's shift toward more complex, industrial-looking creatures. Upon its release, it was a sought-after piece for competitive players due to its specific type advantages within the contemporary card game meta.
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