Iron Defender

Iron Defender

Iron Defender appears in the Japanese print of Start Deck 100 Battle Collection, released on December 19, 2025. The Start Deck 100 Battle Collection set contains 774 cards.

Artist Info

This card's illustration was created by Studio Bora Inc..

Collector Insights

Iron Defender is a card from the Start Deck 100 Battle Collection, released on December 19, 2025. It features artwork by Studio Bora Inc. and is associated with the theme color #7592bf. The card’s flavor text describes a defensive effect that reduces damage to Metal Pokémon during the opponent’s next turn. This ability applies to all Metal Pokémon under the player’s control, including those that enter play later. The card’s design emphasizes protection and resilience through its strategic impact on battle dynamics. It is part of a collection focused on foundational Pokémon gameplay mechanics. The card’s unique effect highlights its role in mitigating damage during critical moments of a match. Its presence in the set underscores the importance of defensive strategies in competitive play.

During your opponent's next turn, all of your Metal Pokémon take 30 less damage from attacks from your opponent's Pokémon (after applying Weakness and Resistance). (This includes new Pokémon that come into play.)

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