Question 1

What is the current market value of Metapod #46?

Accepted Answer

For Metapod in HeartGold & SoulSilver, the current reference price is $1.54. Its 7-day movement is largely flat at 0.0%. Current value is elevated versus the 30-day mean ($1.43), by 7.6%. Its 90-day trading band runs between $1.18 and $1.54, producing a 23% range and moderate-volatility behavior. This version is categorized as Uncommon.

Question 2

Is Metapod #46 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Pricing context for collectors: Short-term movement is stable (0.0% over 7 days), with price action clustered near recent averages. With a 23% 90-day spread ($1.18-$1.54), this card currently tracks as moderate-volatility. Current value is 7.6% above its 30-day reference ($1.43). This sample does not include a stable graded benchmark, which means active listings remain the best condition-adjusted reference.

Question 3

What is Metapod #46 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

Metapod is a HeartGold & SoulSilver card from the 2010 release window. The printed flavor text states: "It prepares for evolution by hardening its shell as much as possible to protect its soft body." Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Uncommon. Printed HP is 80. Energy typing is Grass. This gives collectors a clear identity footprint for the print. Metapod evolves from Caterpie. Printed ability include "Green Shield". Notable move text references "Sharpen". It is weak to Fire type energy. The retreat cost for this card is 2. Uncommon-tier prints usually balance accessibility with moderate collector demand.

Question 4

What are the alternative Metapod cards available?

Accepted Answer

Other Metapod printings create a useful comparison set for Metapod. The current sample spans 6 comparable cards from 6 sets. In this sample, pricing ranges between $0.07 and $0.91 (1200% total span). Relative to the alternative average ($0.32), this card is +376%. Notable alternatives include Metapod #54 (Base) at $0.91, Metapod #2 (Journey Together) at $0.14, Metapod #11 (151) at $0.18, and Metapod #2 (Fusion Strike) at $0.17.

Question 5

What set is Metapod #46 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

HeartGold & SoulSilver entered circulation in 2010. HeartGold & SoulSilver is grouped under the HeartGold & SoulSilver era. With 124 listed cards, this is a mid-size set by modern TCG standards. As of 2026, the set is 16 years old and fits a legacy-era profile. Metapod (#46) is one of the Uncommon prints in this expansion.

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