Metang – Temporal Forces (#114)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Metang (#114) is a Common card from Scarlet & Violet - Temporal Forces released in 2024. It showcases artwork by Nobuhiro Imagawa and the Beam attack (60 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.10, Cardmarket average sale is €0.07, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.10
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.05
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Temporal Forces
- Card Number
- 114
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Nobuhiro Imagawa
- HP
- 100
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation H ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Grass -30
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Metagross
Abilities
-
Metal Maker
Once during your turn, you may look at the top 4 cards of your deck and attach any number of Basic Metal Energy cards you find there to your Pokémon in any way you like. Shuffle the other cards and put them on the bottom of your deck.
Attacks & Strategy
- Beam [Metal, Colorless, Colorless] — 60
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Metang from Temporal Forces (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2024, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Nobuhiro Imagawa.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Metang 114 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark H, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Metang's Beam deals 60 damage for Metal + Colorless + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 100 HP • Metal Type • Weak to Fire ×2 • Resistant to Grass -30
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Metang Cards
Looking for other Metang cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temporal Forces #114 ← Current | 100 | 1 attack | Common | $0.10 |
�📦 Temporal Forces Set Context
This Metang is part of the Temporal Forces expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2024.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Nobuhiro Imagawa, 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 Metang card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent 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
- Common cards from Temporal Forces are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Nobuhiro Imagawa 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.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Metang 114 was released in 2024 in the Temporal Forces expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Nobuhiro Imagawa. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Temporal Forces is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
Competitive History: Metal type Pokémon like Metang have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Metang card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- 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: Metang works best in Metal type decks. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.