Melmetal
Melmetal is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Darkness Ablaze (#130). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.39 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2020. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Melmetal suits collectors working on Darkness Ablaze who need the Rare slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Melmetal from Darkness Ablaze?
Melmetal is a Pokémon card in Darkness Ablaze numbered 130. At the end of its life-span, Melmetal will rust and fall apart. The small shards left behind will eventually be reborn as Meltan. National Pokédex #809. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Melmetal worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.39 for Melmetal. Low and high spread runs $0.20 to $19.98. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $0.39; Normal: $0.19. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Darkness Ablaze |
|---|---|
| Number | 130 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $0.39 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €0.10 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $0.39 |
| Normal | $0.19 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 150 |
|---|---|
| Types | Metal |
| Evolves from | Meltan |
| Energy Link | Metal 30 Attach an Energy card from your discard pile to this Pokémon. |
| Heavy Impact | MetalColorlessColorlessColorless 130 |
| Weakness | Fire ×2 |
How collectible is Melmetal?
Melmetal is listed as Rare in Darkness Ablaze. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Melmetal?
Catalog fields: set Darkness Ablaze, rarity Rare, regulation D. Illustrated by NC Empire. Format status: Expanded. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Melmetal from Darkness Ablaze should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Melmetal is catalogued as Rare printing in Darkness Ablaze, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $0.39 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $0.39; Normal: $0.19).
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $0.39 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Melmetal worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $0.39 for ungraded Melmetal from Darkness Ablaze. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Melmetal from?
Melmetal is listed in Darkness Ablaze (Sword & Shield) as card #130. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Melmetal?
Our catalog lists Melmetal as Rare in Darkness Ablaze. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Melmetal good for collectors or players?
Melmetal includes gameplay stats in Darkness Ablaze. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Melmetal?
Finish variants of Melmetal carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $0.39; Normal: $0.19 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.