Metapod (Journey Together 2) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Metapod from the Journey Together set is a Common Pokémon card with 90 HP. This sturdy card features the attack Harden, emphasizing its defensive nature. As card number 2 in the set, it offers collectors a solid addition to their Journey Together collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Caterpie)
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: None
• Attack: Harden — Prevents all damage done to Metapod by attacks of 60 or less during your opponent’s next turn
• 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: I
• Card Number: sv9-2
• Set Code: sv9
• Series: Scarlet & Violet

Key Printings

This Metapod card is printed in the Journey Together set of the Scarlet & Violet series. It is a Common rarity card with no known alternate printings or special variants. The card is identified by the number 2 in the set.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact Metapod card. Identification relies on the set code “sv9,” card number “2,” and illustrator credit to OKUBO. The card’s Grass type, Stage 1 subtype, and unique Harden attack also help distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This Metapod card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its defensive Harden attack can be strategically useful in casual play to mitigate damage from weaker attacks.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this Common card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface to maintain its collectible value and visual appeal.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Journey Together (sv9): This set features Metapod as a sturdy Grass-type Stage 1 Pokémon with a defensive Harden attack. It fits well into collections focusing on early evolutionary lines and defensive strategies. The card’s Common rarity and straightforward design make it accessible for collectors and casual players alike.