5ban Graphics
5ban Graphics has been credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 2011 through 2025, spanning series such as XY, Sun & Moon, and Sword & Shield. The work centers on digital illustration with action-forward, focused compositions and vibrant, contrasting color.
“The card depicts Lucario and Melmetal standing side by side, exuding a sense of strength and unity. Lucario's focused gaze and poised stance suggest readiness for battle, while Melmetal's sturdy metallic form adds a layer of resilience to the scene. Together, they embody a powerful partnership, ready to face any challenge that comes their way. This snapshot captures a moment of determination and camaraderie in their world.”
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.
Steel Fist
Search your deck for a Metal Energy card and attach it to this Pokémon. Then, shuffle your deck.
Heavy Impact
Full Metal Wall-GX
For the rest of this game, your Metal Pokémon take 30 less damage from your opponent's attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance). If this Pokémon has at least 1 extra Energy attached to it (in addition to this attack's cost), discard all Energy from your opponent's Active Pokémon. (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)
