Metapod Collector’s Guide: Burning Shadows (sm3-2)

Character Intro

Metapod from the Burning Shadows set is an uncommon Pokémon card with 80 HP. As card number 2 in the set, it holds a distinctive place in the collection. Its straightforward attacks—Ram for chip damage and Shed Skin for healing—make it a sturdy, simple pick for evolving strategies.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Caterpie)
• Attacks:
• Ram (20 damage, costs 1 Grass energy)
• Shed Skin (Heals 40 damage, costs 2 Colorless energies)
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Retreat Cost: 2
• 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: Suwama Chiaki
• Set Code: sm3
• Card Number: 2
• Rarity: Uncommon

Key Printings

This Metapod card is from the Burning Shadows set, identified by the code sm3-2. It is an uncommon card featuring no special abilities and two straightforward attacks: Ram and Shed Skin, the latter providing healing potential. The card’s HP of 80 is solid for a Stage 1 Pokémon of this type.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact card. It can be identified by its set code sm3 and card number 2. The illustrator Suwama Chiaki’s signature style is a key visual identifier. The card’s lack of a regulation mark and its rarity status as uncommon also help distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its straightforward attacks and moderate HP make it a simple but potentially useful card in casual play or collection.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its uncommon rarity and detailed artwork, keeping it flat and in a cool, dry place will maintain its value and appearance.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Burning Shadows (sm3): Includes Metapod as a Stage 1 Grass-type with healing via Shed Skin and a basic attack in Ram. It fits evolving strategies from Caterpie and offers collectors a visually appealing card by Suwama Chiaki.