Heatran – Astral Radiance (#165)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Heatran (#165) is a Rare Ultra card from Sword & Shield - Astral Radiance released in 2022. It showcases artwork by Studio Bora Inc. and the Heat Burn attack (30 damage), Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Burned.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.68, Cardmarket average sale is €2.84, Floor listings start near €1.30.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.68
- Cardmarket trend price: €3.01
- Recent low listing: €1.30
Card Details
- Set
- Astral Radiance
- Card Number
- 165
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Ultra
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Studio Bora Inc.
- HP
- 220
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation F ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Heat Burn
[Fire, Colorless]
— 30
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Burned. -
Magma Fall
[Fire, Fire, Colorless]
— 90+
If you have a Stadium in play, this attack does 90 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Heatran from Astral Radiance (Rare Ultra) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2022, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Studio Bora Inc..
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Heatran 165 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark F, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Heatran's Heat Burn deals 30 damage for Fire + Colorless energy. Special effect: Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Burned.
Stats Overview: 220 HP • Fire Type • Weak to Water ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Astral Radiance #165 ← Current | 220 | 2 attacks | Rare Ultra | $1.68 |
�📦 Astral Radiance Set Context
This Heatran is part of the Astral Radiance expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2022. As a Rare Ultra card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Studio Bora Inc., whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Heatran card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Rare Ultra cards from Astral Radiance are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Studio Bora Inc. resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Fire typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Heatran 165 was released in 2022 in the Astral Radiance expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Studio Bora Inc.. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Ultra card, this Heatran is among the premium chase cards from Astral Radiance. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Astral Radiance represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Heatran with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Heatran card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Fire energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Heatran works best in Fire type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.