Radiant-heatran – Astral Radiance (#27)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Radiant-heatran (#27) is a Radiant Rare card from Sword & Shield - Astral Radiance released in 2022. It showcases artwork by Shigenori Negishi and the Raging Blast attack (70× damage), This attack does 70 damage for each damage counter on this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.43, Cardmarket average sale is €0.43, Floor listings start near €0.04.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.43
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.60
- Recent low listing: €0.04
Card Details
- Set
- Astral Radiance
- Card Number
- 27
- Rarity
- ✨ Radiant Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shigenori Negishi
- HP
- 160
- Type
- 🔥 Fire
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation F ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Water ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Raging Blast
[Fire, Colorless, Colorless]
— 70×
This attack does 70 damage for each damage counter on this Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Radiant-heatran from Astral Radiance (Radiant Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2022, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Shigenori Negishi.
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 Radiant-heatran 27 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark F, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Radiant-heatran's Raging Blast deals 70× damage for Fire + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 70 damage for each damage counter on this Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 160 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 #27 ← Current | 160 | 1 attack | Radiant Rare | $0.43 |
�📦 Astral Radiance Set Context
This Radiant-heatran is part of the Astral Radiance expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2022.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Shigenori Negishi, 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 Radiant-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
- Radiant Rare cards from Astral Radiance are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Shigenori Negishi 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: Radiant-heatran 27 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 Shigenori Negishi. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Astral Radiance represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Fire type Pokémon like Radiant-heatran have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Radiant-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: Radiant-heatran works best in Fire type decks. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.