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Metal Energy
Expedition Base Set 159/165 • rare
- Set
- Expedition Base Set
- Number
- 159/165
- Rarity
- Rare
- Released
- 2002
- Market price
- $7.31
- Artist
- Milky Isobe
What it does
Damage done by attacks to the Pokémon Metal Energy is attached to is reduced by 10 (after applying Weakness and Resistance). If the Pokémon Metal Energy is attached to isn't Metal, whenever it damages a Pokémon by an attack, reduce that damage by 10 (after applying Weakness and Resistance). Metal Energy provides Metal Energy. (Doesn't count as a basic Energy card.)
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- ExpandedNot legal
- UnlimitedLegal
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Where it came from
The Metal Energy card was introduced to the Pokémon Trading Card Game with the Expedition Base Set, released in 2002. It marked a significant evolution for the game, as it was the first time basic Energy cards featured specialized holographic treatments and were officially designated as rare cards within a set, moving away from the standard, non-holo energy cards found in starter decks.
The design of this card reflected the transition of the game's art direction under the e-Reader era, which integrated digital compatibility with the Nintendo Game Boy Advance. While many cards in this era were illustrated by various artists, the Energy cards maintained a clean, industrial aesthetic meant to emphasize the distinct elemental types. The card was well-received by players for its aesthetic upgrade and collectible appeal as a sought-after staple for competitive deck building.
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