Lucario & Melmetal-GX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Lucario & Melmetal-GX from the Unbroken Bonds set is a Rare Rainbow card numbered 224. With a robust 260 HP, it’s a formidable presence, and its notable attack, Heavy Impact, adds strong appeal for both collectors and players.

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Lucario & Melmetal-GX
• Type: Metal
• Stage: Basic, TAG TEAM, GX
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: Psychic -20
• Rules: TAG TEAM rule applies — opponent takes 3 Prize cards if knocked out
• Set Code: sm10
• Series: Sun & Moon
• Legality: unknown

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Unbroken Bonds set, identified by card number 224. It is a Rare Rainbow variant—visually striking and sought after by collectors who appreciate TAG TEAM GX cards with high HP and impactful attacks.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identify it by card number 224, the Rare Rainbow rarity, and the 5ban Graphics illustrator credit. The card’s image is available at /images/sm10/sm10-224.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

• The legality of this card is unknown.
• TAG TEAM rule applies — if Lucario & Melmetal-GX is knocked out, the opponent takes 3 Prize cards.

Attacks overview:
– Steel Fist: Enables energy acceleration by attaching a Metal Energy from the deck.
– Heavy Impact: 150 damage.
– Full Metal Wall-GX: Reduces damage to Metal Pokémon; if extra Energy is attached, it can discard all Energy from the opponent’s Active Pokémon.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the Rare Rainbow foil and 5ban Graphics artwork, use a protective sleeve, keep it out of direct sunlight and moisture, and avoid bending or scratching the surface.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Unbroken Bonds (sm10): Introduces Lucario & Melmetal-GX as a formidable TAG TEAM with high HP and versatile Metal-type attacks. The Rare Rainbow variant adds a shimmering finish that enhances collector appeal.