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Heatran VMAX
Astral Radiance 026/189 • ultra-rare
- Set
- Astral Radiance
- Number
- 026/189
- Rarity
- Rare Holo VMAX
- Released
- 2022
- Energy type
- fire energy
- Finish
- Full art
- Market price
- $1.82
- Artist
- N-DESIGN Inc.
What it does
Once during your turn, if you have a Stadium in play, you may heal 50 damage from this Pokémon.
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Burned.
VMAX rule: When your Pokémon VMAX is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 3 Prize cards.
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Where it came from
Heatran VMAX, indexed as 026/189 in the Pokémon Trading Card Game's Astral Radiance expansion, was released in May 2022. The card features the Legendary Pokémon Heatran in its VMAX form, a mechanic introduced in the Sword & Shield Series that represents the Gigantamax phenomenon from the associated video games. This card was designed to highlight Heatran's signature molten aesthetic, utilizing the distinct, vibrant holofoil patterns common to the Ultra Rare tier of the era to emphasize its connection to volcanic themes.
The artwork for this card continues the tradition of dynamic, oversized character depictions typical of the VMAX series. As part of the Astral Radiance set, which drew heavy thematic inspiration from the Nintendo Switch title Pokémon Legends: Arceus, this card serves as a stylized interpretation of the franchise's shift toward the Hisui region's historical setting. Upon release, it was well-received by players for its 'Max Heat Blast' ability, which allowed for aggressive playstyles involving fire energy acceleration, making it a functional staple for competitive decks at the time.
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