Lucario & Melmetal-GX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Lucario & Melmetal-GX is a Rare Holo GX from the Unbroken Bonds set, numbered 120. With a formidable 260 HP, this TAG TEAM is built to endure. Their attack, Heavy Impact, delivers a powerful strike to opponents.

Quick Facts

• Type: Metal
• Stage: Basic, TAG TEAM, GX
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: Psychic -20
• Rules: TAG TEAM rule applies — when knocked out, opponent takes 3 Prize cards.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Unbroken Bonds set (sm10), numbered 120. It is a Rare Holo GX card featuring three distinct attacks:
– Steel Fist — fetches Metal Energy from the deck
– Heavy Impact — deals significant damage
– Full Metal Wall-GX — reduces damage to your Metal Pokémon and can discard all Energy from your opponent’s Active Pokémon under certain conditions

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is identified by its set code sm10-120 and the unique illustration by Mitsuhiro Arita. The TAG TEAM and GX subtypes, Metal typing, and specific retreat cost help distinguish it from other cards.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. The TAG TEAM rule applies, meaning if this card is knocked out, the opponent takes 3 Prize cards, which is a critical strategic consideration.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant holo artwork and maintain condition, store Lucario & Melmetal-GX in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card, and keep it in a stable environment to prevent warping or fading.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Unbroken Bonds (sm10): This set introduced Lucario & Melmetal-GX as a powerful TAG TEAM Metal-type card with high HP and versatile attacks, adding strategic depth and collector appeal to the set. The card’s rarity and artwork make it a standout piece within the collection.