Metapod Collector’s Guide: Hidden Fates (sm115-2)

Overview

Metapod from the Hidden Fates set is an Uncommon card numbered 2. This sturdy Pokémon has 90 HP and features the straightforward attack Tackle. Its design captures the evolving nature of this classic character.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 1 (evolves from Caterpie)
• HP: 90
• Attack: Tackle (30 damage, costs Grass + Colorless)
• Weakness: Fire (×2)
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Rarity: Uncommon
• Illustrator: Shibuzoh.
• Flavor Text: “Its shell is filled with a thick liquid. All of the cells throughout its body are being rebuilt in preparation for evolution.”

Key Printings

This exact Metapod printing appears in Hidden Fates (set code sm115) as card number 2. It features a single attack, Tackle, dealing 30 damage with a Grass and Colorless energy cost. The artwork and flavor text emphasize Metapod’s transformation phase.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants are known for this card. Key identifiers include its set code (sm115), card number (2), and the illustrator Shibuzoh. The card’s subtype is Stage 1, and it has no abilities. The image can be referenced at /images/sm115/sm115-2.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No special rules or abilities affect gameplay beyond its straightforward Tackle attack.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this uncommon Metapod card, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its moderate retreat cost and HP, it is a solid collector’s piece rather than a competitive staple. Keep it flat and avoid bending to maintain its condition.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Hidden Fates (sm115): This set includes Metapod as a Stage 1 Grass-type with a simple but effective attack. The card’s flavor text and art highlight its evolutionary biology, making it a thematic addition to any Hidden Fates collection.