Heatran – Phantom Forces (#63)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Heatran (#63) is a Rare Holo card from XY - Phantom Forces released in 2014. It showcases artwork by Midori Harada and the Steel Drop attack (40+ damage), If there is any Stadium card in play, this attack does 40 more damage.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.67, Cardmarket average sale is €0.90, Floor listings start near €0.20.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.67
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.04
- Recent low listing: €0.20
Card Details
- Set
- Phantom Forces
- Card Number
- 63
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Midori Harada
- HP
- 130
- Type
- ⚙️ Metal
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Steel Drop
[Metal, Colorless, Colorless]
— 40+
If there is any Stadium card in play, this attack does 40 more damage. -
Steam Blast
[Metal, Metal, Colorless, Colorless]
— 130
Discard an Energy attached to this Pokémon.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (32.5 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Heatran from Phantom Forces (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2014, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Midori Harada.
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 63 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Heatran's Steel Drop deals 40+ damage for Metal + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: If there is any Stadium card in play, this attack does 40 more damage.
Stats Overview: 130 HP • Metal Type • Weak to Fire ×2 • Resistant to Psychic -20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phantom Forces #63 ← Current | 130 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | $0.67 |
�📦 Phantom Forces Set Context
This Heatran is part of the Phantom Forces expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2014.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Midori Harada, 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 Phantom Forces are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Midori Harada resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Metal typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Heatran 63 was released in 2014 in the Phantom Forces expansion. This set is part of the XY series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Midori Harada. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Phantom Forces is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Metal type Pokémon like Heatran with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in 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
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Metal energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Heatran works best in Metal type decks.