Heliolisk (Twilight Masquerade 177) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Heliolisk sv6-177 is an Illustration Rare from the Twilight Masquerade set. It has 100 HP and features the attack Wild Charge. The vivid artwork makes it a standout addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Helioptile)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: None
• Attack: Wild Charge (70 damage, costs 1 Lightning energy, also deals 20 damage to itself)
• Flavor Text: “A now-vanished desert culture treasured these Pokémon. Appropriately, when Heliolisk came to the Galar region, treasure came with them.”
• Regulation Mark: H
• Set Code: sv6-177
• Series: Scarlet & Violet

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Twilight Masquerade set, card number 177. It is an Illustration Rare with detailed artwork and unique flavor text. Illustrator Tonji Matsuno delivers a vivid depiction that collectors value for its cultural and thematic resonance.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include the set code “sv6-177” and the regulation mark “H.” Its unique illustration and rarity make it easy to pick out among other Heliolisk cards.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its single attack, Wild Charge, deals significant damage but also harms Heliolisk itself, which may influence play strategy if used.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid illustration and maintain condition, store the card in a protective sleeve away from sunlight and moisture. Given its Illustration Rare status, handle with clean hands and keep it in a rigid top-loader or binder to avoid edge wear and surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Twilight Masquerade: Heliolisk appears as an Illustration Rare, emphasizing artistic detail and thematic flavor tied to desert cultures and treasure motifs—ideal for collectors drawn to unique artwork and cultural storytelling within the Scarlet & Violet series.