Metapod
Metapod protects itself with a hard shell.
What this card does
Prevents up to 60 damage from attacks during your opponent's next turn.
Useful for saving HP when facing weaker attackers.
Harden
During your opponent's next turn, prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks if that damage is 60 or less.
Metapod can withstand minor damage, giving you time to strategize and plan its evolution into Butterfree.
Attacks
During your opponent's next turn, prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks if that damage is 60 or less.
Which deck it belongs in
Good in decks that rely on protecting Metapod until it evolves. Not as strong against Fire-type attacks but common enough for beginners.
- •Cost-effective
- •Provides protection
- •Common rarity
- •Weak against Fire types
- •Limited offensive capabilities
Use Metapod to buy time for more valuable Pokémon in your deck.
Metapod's hard shell is so strong, it can even protect itself from small predators.
This card is easy to find and can be a good starter for your child's collection, especially if they're just starting out with the game.
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