
Paradox Rift·#28·2023
Iron Moth, a striking Future Paradox Pokémon from Generation IX's Paldea region, captivates with its robotic design and mysterious origins, hinting at advanced technology or time-traveling anomalies. This specific card, a common printing from the 2023 Paradox Rift set, offers a solid TCG presence with its unique "Future" mechanic and strategic energy acceleration ability. Here, you'll discover Iron Moth's intriguing Pokédex lore, its powerful attacks including energy costs, and its specific weakness, alongside a comprehensive history of this card's edition.
Read more ↓Iron Moth is a Paradox Pokémon, specifically a Future Paradox Pokémon, introduced in Generation IX. It is a dual Fire/Poison type in the video games, though its TCG typing is typically simplified. This futuristic variant of Volcarona is depicted as a robotic insectoid with metallic wings and a sleek, almost alien design. Its Pokédex entries often describe it as an object from an old book, with data lacking on its true origins or behavior, suggesting it may be a manufactured or time-displaced entity from the distant future. Its habitat is typically associated with Area Zero in the Paldea region, a mysterious and anomaly-rich location. As a Paradox Pokémon, it does not evolve from or into any other Pokémon but exists as a unique entity. In the games, its high Special Attack and Speed make it a potent offensive threat, often utilizing its Fire and Poison STAB moves. In the anime and popular culture, Paradox Pokémon represent the intriguing concept of past and future convergences, sparking curiosity about their creation and purpose.
Last updated: April 11, 2026