Curatorial Commentary
The card depicts Melmetal standing in a serene landscape, its metallic body gleaming under a bright sky. The scene captures a moment of quiet strength, as Melmetal seems both imposing and contemplative, surrounded by hints of a bustling world. The gentle colors and soft clouds create a contrast to its robust form, suggesting a harmony between power and tranquility. This snapshot invites viewers to appreciate the balance of nature and technology within Melmetal's existence.
Essay · Temporal Forces
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Catalogue plate
№ 117/162
Composition
StyleCartoonishColorfulPlayful
MoodEnergeticWhimsical
CompositionBalancedDynamic
PaletteBrightMetallicVibrant
Game mechanics
HP
160
Stage
Stage 1 · evolves from Meltan
Weakness
Fire ×2
Resistance
Grass -30
Retreat
Hammer In
120
Iron Bash
230
Authorship
More from Oswaldo KATO
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
Temporal Forces, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Melmetal
The Melmetal canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
