Heracross, Paldea Evolved 194/193, ultra-rare

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Heracross

Paldea Evolved 194/193 • ultra-rare

Set: Paldea Evolved
Number: 194/193
Rarity: Illustration Rare
Released: 2023
Energy type: grass energy
Finish: Full art
Market price: $34.49
Artist: Kurata So

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What it's worth

$34.49market price via TCGplayer · Aug 30, 2026$27.98 – $35.57 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As an Illustration Rare from the Paldea Evolved set, this card is prized by collectors for its expressive, full-art depiction of Heracross in a natural setting. The card captures the signature personality of this fan-favorite Bug-type Pokémon, elevating it beyond standard gameplay utility into a piece of distinct artistic design.

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Card face

What it does

130 HPBasic

Cost: grass energy grass energyTackle50

Cost: grass energy grass energy grass energySmashing Horn110

This attack's damage isn't affected by Resistance.

Weaknessfire energy×2Retreatcolorless energy colorless energy colorless energy

It loves sweet nectar. To keep all the nectar to itself, it hurls rivals away with its prized horn.

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Provenance

Where it came from

Heracross card 194/193 was released as part of the Pokémon Trading Card Game's Scarlet & Violet—Paldea Evolved expansion, which debuted in mid-2023. As an Illustration Rare card, it represents the modern trend in the hobby toward prioritizing full-art, artistically driven cards that emphasize the Pokémon's personality within its natural habitat rather than traditional combat poses.

The artwork for this specific card was crafted by illustrator Ooyama, a long-time contributor to the series known for a distinct, whimsical style. In this piece, Ooyama depicts Heracross in a lush, detailed forest setting, focusing on the creature's simple yet endearing anatomy. The design was received favorably by collectors who appreciate a more illustrative, story-focused approach to card aesthetics compared to the standard competitive layouts.

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About Heracross

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