Heatran Card Details

Basic Information

• Name: Heatran
• Card Type: Basic Pokémon
• Type: Metal (⚙️)
• HP: 130
• Card Number: 084/175
• Rarity: Rare
• Illustrator: Tonji Matsuno

Card Statistics

• Pokédex Entry: No. 0485 Lava Dome Pokémon
• Height: 1.7m
• Weight: 430.0kg
• Weakness: Fire (🔥) ×2
• Resistance: Grass (🌿) -30
• Retreat Cost: ⚪⚪⚪ (3 Energy)

Attack Details

Strike Blast

• Cost: ⚙️⚪ (1 Metal Energy + 1 Colorless Energy)
• Damage: 40
• Effect: None

Iron Buster

• Cost: ⚙️⚙️⚪ (2 Metal Energy + 1 Colorless Energy)
• Damage: 130
• Effect: During your next turn, this Pokémon can't attack.

Card Art Description

The artwork shows Heatran in a dramatic pose amidst flames and volcanic activity. The Pokémon's metallic body glows with intense heat, surrounded by fire and molten rock. The illustration captures its powerful presence as a legendary Pokémon dwelling in volcanic regions.

Card Text

The flavor text at the bottom reads: "Born in the crater of a volcano. It crawls the walls and ceiling until it finds its cross-shaped prey."

Strategy Guide

For Beginners

• Strong basic Pokémon with high HP
• Two attack options for flexibility
• Good resistance against Grass types
• Powerful second attack for big damage

For Intermediate Players

• Use energy acceleration support
• Plan around Iron Buster's limitation
• Take advantage of Metal-type support
• Consider switching strategies

For Advanced Players

• Potential late-game sweeper
• Build around energy management
• Use technical machine cards
• Consider recovery options for attack limitation

Competitive Tips

1. Manage energy attachments carefully
2. Have backup attackers ready
3. Watch for Fire-type threats
4. Use resistance strategically
5. Time Iron Buster for maximum impact

Collection Notes

• Part of the Scarlet & Violet: Prismatic Evolutions expansion
• Features dramatic volcanic environment artwork
• Showcases the Pokémon's legendary status
• Art style emphasizes power and intensity