Metapod Collector’s Guide: Sun Moon Set (sm1-2)

Character Intro

Metapod in the Sun Moon set is an Uncommon Pokémon card with 80 HP and the attack Bug Bite. Numbered 2 in the set, it’s a straightforward pick for collectors who enjoy classic bug-type Pokémon.

Quick Facts

• Stage: Stage 1 (evolves from Caterpie)
• Type: Grass
• Retreat Cost: 3 Colorless Energy
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Attacks:
• Iron Defense: Flip a coin; if heads, prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks during your opponent’s next turn.
• Bug Bite: Deals 40 damage for three Colorless Energy.
• Flavor Text: “Its shell is filled with its soft innards. It doesn’t move much because of the risk it might carelessly spill its innards out.”
• Illustrator: Yuka Morii
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the Sun Moon base set as card number 2. It is an Uncommon with artwork by Yuka Morii, emphasizing Metapod’s defensive traits and cautious nature.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Metapod. It is identified by the set code “sm1” and card number “2.” The card’s rarity is Uncommon, it carries no regulation mark, and the market reference query is “Metapod Sun Moon 2.”

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This Metapod card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its high retreat cost and defensive Iron Defense attack suggest a tactical, defensive playstyle, though its competitive viability is unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Uncommon rarity, maintaining sharp edges and the vibrant Yuka Morii artwork will help retain collector value. Avoid bending or exposure to extreme temperatures.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Sun Moon (sm1): Part of the foundational Sun Moon set, this Metapod highlights early-stage Grass-type Pokémon with balanced HP and defensive abilities. It fits well into evolving decks starting from Caterpie, reflecting the transition from vulnerable to more resilient forms.