Meltan (Obsidian Flames 152) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Meltan is a Common card from the Obsidian Flames set, numbered 152. It has 70 HP and features the attack Melt. This compact Pokémon offers straightforward gameplay for collectors and players alike.

Quick Facts

• HP: 70
• Type: Metal
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: Grass -30
• Attack: Melt (20 damage, costs 1 Metal energy)
• Flavor Text: “They live as a group, but when the time comes, one strong Meltan will absorb all the others and evolve.”
• Illustrator: Nobuhiro Imagawa
• Card Number: 152/??? (exact set size unknown)
• Set: Obsidian Flames (scarlet_violet series)
• Regulation Mark: G

Key Printings

This exact printing of Meltan appears in the Obsidian Flames set, identified by set code sv3 and card number 152. It is a Common rarity card with no known alternate printings or special editions.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Meltan card. It can be identified by its Metal type, single Metal energy attack “Melt” dealing 20 damage, and the unique flavor text about its group behavior. The illustrator Nobuhiro Imagawa’s signature art style also helps distinguish this card.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data. No additional tournament or play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this Common card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Metal type and moderate HP, it is a solid collectible for fans of the scarlet_violet series. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface to maintain its artwork and text clarity.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Obsidian Flames (sv3): Meltan is featured as a Basic Metal-type Pokémon with a straightforward attack and notable flavor text emphasizing its evolutionary behavior. This set includes no known alternate printings or variants for this card.