Metapod Collector’s Guide: 151 Set, Card #11

Character Intro

Metapod is a Common card in the 151 set (card 11). With 90 HP and the straightforward attack Tackle, it offers a classic depiction of the Metapod Pokémon.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Caterpie)
• Attacks:
• Tackle (20 damage, costs 1 Grass energy)
• Defensive Posture (Flip a coin; if heads, prevent all damage to Metapod during opponent’s next turn; costs 2 Colorless energy)
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Flavor Text: “Even though it is encased in a sturdy shell, the body inside is tender. It can’t withstand a harsh attack.”
• Regulation Mark: G
• Set: Scarlet & Violet – 151
• Card ID: sv3pt5-11
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing of Metapod appears in the Scarlet & Violet “151” set, card number 11. It is a common rarity card illustrated by Tika Matsuno. The release date for this set is unknown.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Metapod card. It can be identified by its set code “sv3pt5,” regulation mark “G,” and card number 11. The card’s market reference query is “Metapod 151 11.”

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its Defensive Posture attack offers a strategic defensive option by potentially preventing all damage during the opponent’s next turn, making it a tactical choice in casual play.

Care & Storage Tips

As a common card with a moderate retreat cost and no special print variants, preserving the card’s condition is key to maintaining its collector value. Store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture to prevent fading and warping.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• 151 (Scarlet & Violet): Includes Metapod as a common Stage 1 Grass-type Pokémon with a focus on defensive capabilities. The card’s design and abilities reflect its in-game characteristics, making it a solid addition for collectors interested in the early evolutionary stages of the original 151 Pokémon.