Heatran – Unified Minds (#238)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Heatran (#238) is a Rare Rainbow card from Sun & Moon - Unified Minds released in 2019. It showcases artwork by ConceptLab and the Steaming Stomp attack (130 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $9.20, Cardmarket average sale is €12.30, Floor listings start near €4.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $9.20
- Cardmarket trend price: €9.54
- Recent low listing: €4.00
Card Details
- Set
- Unified Minds
- Card Number
- 238
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Rainbow
- Illustrator
- 🎨 ConceptLab
- HP
- 190
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Burning Road
Once during your turn, when this Pokémon moves from your Bench to become your Active Pokémon, you may move any number of Fire Energy from your other Pokémon to it.
Attacks & Strategy
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Steaming Stomp
[Fire, Fire, Colorless]
— 130
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (43.3 per energy). -
Hot Burn-GX
[Fire]
— 50×
This attack does 50 damage times the amount of Fire Energy attached to this Pokémon. (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (50.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Heatran from Unified Minds (Rare Rainbow) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator ConceptLab.
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. Premium rarities like this typically see stronger price retention during market fluctuations.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Heatran 238 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Heatran's Steaming Stomp deals 130 damage for Fire + Fire + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 190 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.
� Compare Heatran Cards
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unified Minds #238 ← Current | 190 | 2 attacks | Rare Rainbow | $9.20 |
�📦 Unified Minds Set Context
This Heatran is part of the Unified Minds expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019. As a Rare Rainbow card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by ConceptLab, 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 Rainbow cards from Unified Minds are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by ConceptLab 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 238 was released in 2019 in the Unified Minds expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by ConceptLab. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Rainbow card, this Heatran is among the premium chase cards from Unified Minds. Rainbow Rare cards feature the distinctive rainbow foil pattern that has become iconic in modern Pokémon TCG. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Unified Minds represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Fire 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
- 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. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.