Meltan

Meltan

Selected Masterpiece • SM177/248
Artist Shin Nagasawa
Market Price $1.41
SM Black Star Promos Sun & Moon 2017
The Illustrator

Shin Nagasawa

Shin Nagasawa has illustrated Pokémon TCG cards from 2009 to 2025, with work appearing across Sun & Moon, Sword & Shield, and Scarlet & Violet. The art leans into action-forward clarity—vibrant, contrasting color and focused, character-led staging.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Meltan in an urban setting, nestled against a concrete wall with towering buildings in the background. Its metallic body glistens softly in the light, while its curious eyes seem to take in the surroundings. The scene captures a moment of quiet exploration, as Meltan appears to be both at home and out of place in this environment. This snapshot invites viewers to appreciate the blend of the Pokémon's unique charm with the starkness of the city.”

Editorial & Data

Published by Artchu Editorial. Card facts are based on structured reference data and Artchu enrichment. Visual commentary is AI-assisted and human-reviewed. Visual ranking reflects Artchu’s internal art_score methodology. Market data reflects the latest source shown on the page. Data refreshed: January 19, 2026.

Rarity Promo
Card Type Metal
Era
Sun & Moon
Release
03/02/2017

Multiply

Search your deck for Meltan and put it onto your Bench. Then, shuffle your deck.

Beam

20
Weakness
×2
Resistance
-20
Retreat Cost