Heatran – Legends Awakened (#6)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Heatran (#6) is a Rare Holo card from Diamond & Pearl - Legends Awakened released in 2008. It showcases artwork by Kent Kanetsuna and the Magma Storm attack (40+ damage), You may discard as many basic Energy cards as you like attached to Heatran. If you do, this attack does 40 damage plus 20 more damage for each Energy card you discarded.. TCGplayer market price sits around $6.62, Cardmarket average sale is €2.84, Floor listings start near €0.40.
- TCGplayer market price: $6.62
- Cardmarket trend price: €2.87
- Recent low listing: €0.40
Card Details
- Set
- Legends Awakened
- Card Number
- 6
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kent Kanetsuna
- HP
- 100
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 4 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Flash Fire
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may move a Fire Energy attached to 1 of your Pokémon to Heatran. This power can't be used if Heatran is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks & Strategy
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Magma Storm
[Fire, Fire, Colorless, Colorless]
— 40+
You may discard as many basic Energy cards as you like attached to Heatran. If you do, this attack does 40 damage plus 20 more damage for each Energy card you discarded.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Heatran from Legends Awakened (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2008, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kent Kanetsuna.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Heatran 6 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Heatran's Magma Storm deals 40+ damage for Fire + Fire + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: You may discard as many basic Energy cards as you like attached to Heatran. If you do, this attack d...
Stats Overview: 100 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legends Awakened #6 ← Current | 100 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $6.62 |
�📦 Legends Awakened Set Context
This Heatran is part of the Legends Awakened expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2008.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kent Kanetsuna, 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: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent 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 Holo cards from Legends Awakened are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kent Kanetsuna 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 6 was released in 2008 in the Legends Awakened expansion. This set is part of the Diamond & Pearl series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kent Kanetsuna. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Legends Awakened is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Heatran have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ 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
- 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.