Lucario and melmetal gx – Unbroken Bonds (#224)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Lucario and melmetal gx (#224) is a Rare Rainbow card from Sun & Moon - Unbroken Bonds released in 2019. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Steel Fist attack (50 damage), Search your deck for a Metal Energy card and attach it to this Pokémon. Then, shuffle your deck.. TCGplayer market price sits around $52.43, Cardmarket average sale is €30.14, Floor listings start near €14.99.
- TCGplayer market price: $52.43
- Cardmarket trend price: €40.57
- Recent low listing: €14.99
Card Details
- Set
- Unbroken Bonds
- Card Number
- 224
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Rainbow
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 260
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Steel Fist
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 50
Search your deck for a Metal Energy card and attach it to this Pokémon. Then, shuffle your deck. -
Heavy Impact
[Metal, Metal, Colorless, Colorless]
— 150
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (37.5 per energy). -
Full Metal Wall-GX
[Colorless]
For the rest of this game, your Metal Pokémon take 30 less damage from your opponent's attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance). If this Pokémon has at least 1 extra Energy attached to it (in addition to this attack's cost), discard all Energy from your opponent's Active Pokémon. (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Lucario and melmetal gx from Unbroken Bonds (Rare Rainbow) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors. Premium rarities like this typically see stronger price retention during market fluctuations.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Lucario and melmetal gx 224 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Lucario and melmetal gx's Steel Fist deals 50 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Search your deck for a Metal Energy card and attach it to this Pokémon. Then, shuffle your deck.
Stats Overview: 260 HP • Metal Type • Weak to Fire ×2 • Resistant to Psychic -20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unbroken Bonds #224 ← Current | 260 | 3 attacks | Rare Rainbow | $52.43 |
�📦 Unbroken Bonds Set Context
This Lucario and melmetal gx is part of the Unbroken Bonds expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019. As a Rare Rainbow card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by 5ban Graphics, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Lucario and melmetal gx card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Rare Rainbow cards from Unbroken Bonds are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by 5ban Graphics resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Metal typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Lucario and melmetal gx 224 was released in 2019 in the Unbroken Bonds expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by 5ban Graphics. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Rainbow card, this Lucario and melmetal gx is among the premium chase cards from Unbroken Bonds. Rainbow Rare cards feature the distinctive rainbow foil pattern that has become iconic in modern Pokémon TCG. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Unbroken Bonds represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Metal type Pokémon like Lucario and melmetal gx with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Lucario and melmetal gx card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Metal energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Lucario and melmetal gx works best in Metal type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.