Lairon Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Lairon from the Dragons Exalted set is an uncommon Pokémon card numbered 79. It features a sturdy 90 HP and a single attack called Wreak Havoc. This card offers a straightforward yet solid option for collectors and players alike.

Quick Facts

• HP: 90
• Type: Metal
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Aron)
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: Psychic -20
• Retreat Cost: 3

Key Printings

This Lairon card is from the “Dragons Exalted” set (set code: bw6). It features two attacks: “Metal Claw,” dealing 30 damage with a Metal and Colorless energy cost, and “Wreak Havoc,” which can discard multiple cards from the opponent’s deck based on coin flips, dealing 60 damage with a higher energy cost. The card’s flavor text highlights Lairon’s habit of digging iron ore and fighting over territory.

Variants & Identifiers

This printing has no known print variants. It is identified by the card number 79 in the Dragons Exalted set and illustrated by Shigenori Negishi. The card’s market reference query is “Lairon Dragons Exalted 79.” The image of this card can be found at /images/bw6/bw6-79.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its moderate HP and retreat cost of 3 may influence deck-building decisions. The “Wreak Havoc” attack offers strategic disruption by discarding opponent’s deck cards, balanced by a higher energy cost.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this uncommon card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially the illustrated front by Shigenori Negishi. Keeping it in a rigid top-loader or binder is recommended for long-term collection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Dragons Exalted (bw6): This set features Lairon as a solid Stage 1 Metal-type with disruptive potential through its “Wreak Havoc” attack. The card fits well into thematic Metal decks but is not currently tournament legal.