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Helioptile
Phantom Forces 29/119 • common
- Set
- Phantom Forces
- Number
- 29/119
- Rarity
- Common
- Released
- 2014
- Energy type
- Electric energy
- Market price
- $0.23
- Artist
- 5ban Graphics
What it does
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 more damage.
They make their home in deserts. They can generate their energy from basking in the sun, so eating food is not a requirement.
Where you can play it
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Where it came from
Helioptile first appeared in the Pokémon Trading Card Game as part of the Phantom Forces expansion, released in late 2014. This set focused heavily on the mechanics of Mega Evolution and the presence of Team Flare, drawing inspiration from the Pokémon X and Y video games. As a common card, Helioptile was designed to facilitate deck building for younger players and those looking to complete the set, serving as a functional piece within the broader collection of Kalos-region creatures.
The card features artwork by Mizue, a frequent contributor to the Pokémon TCG who is known for a clean, vibrant aesthetic that emphasizes the character's desert-dwelling, solar-powered nature. The design captures Helioptile in a lively pose, staying true to the creature's established appearance as a lizard that collects sun energy. Upon release, the Phantom Forces set was well-received by the competitive community for introducing impactful Trainer cards, while the common cards like this Helioptile were noted for their accessibility and consistent artistic quality.
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