Metang – Vivid Voltage (#117)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Metang (#117) is an Uncommon card from Sword & Shield - Vivid Voltage released in 2020. It showcases artwork by Kazuma Koda and the Metal Claw attack (30 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.08, Cardmarket average sale is €0.08, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.08
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.08
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Vivid Voltage
- Card Number
- 117
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kazuma Koda
- HP
- 100
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation D ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Grass -30
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Metagross
Attacks & Strategy
- Metal Claw [Metal, Colorless] — 30
- Magnetic Blast [Metal, Colorless, Colorless] — 60
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Metang from Vivid Voltage (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2020, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kazuma Koda.
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.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Metang 117 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark D, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Metang's Metal Claw deals 30 damage for Metal + 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vivid Voltage #117 ← Current | 100 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $0.08 |
�📦 Vivid Voltage Set Context
This Metang is part of the Vivid Voltage expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2020.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kazuma Koda, 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
- Uncommon cards from Vivid Voltage are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kazuma Koda 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 117 was released in 2020 in the Vivid Voltage expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kazuma Koda. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Vivid Voltage represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Metal type Pokémon like Metang with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in 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. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.