Heatran

Heatran

Selected Masterpiece • SM96/248
Market Price $2.45
SM Black Star Promos Sun & Moon 2017
The Illustrator

tetsuya koizumi

tetsuya koizumi is credited on Pokémon TCG illustrations from 2017 to 2021, spanning Sun & Moon and Sword & Shield releases. The work leans cartoonish and colorful, with playful, lighthearted moods, balanced layouts, and frequent bursts of dynamic, character-forward staging.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Heatran card captures a moment of this fiery Pokémon amid a rugged, volcanic landscape, surrounded by molten rock and steam. Its metallic body glimmers against the backdrop of glowing lava, suggesting both power and resilience. The scene feels intense, as if Heatran is poised to defend its territory, embodying the raw energy of the environment. This snapshot invites a sense of awe at the harmony between the creature and its fiery domain.”

Editorial & Data

Published by Artchu Editorial. Card facts are based on structured reference data and Artchu enrichment. Visual commentary is AI-assisted and human-reviewed. Visual ranking reflects Artchu’s internal art_score methodology. Market data reflects the latest source shown on the page. Data refreshed: January 18, 2026.

Rarity Promo
Card Type Metal
Era
Sun & Moon
Release
03/02/2017

Guard Press

30

During your opponent's next turn, this Pokémon takes 30 less damage from attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance).

Boiling Impact

130

Discard 2 Energy from this Pokémon.

Weakness
×2
Resistance
-20
Retreat Cost