Heat Factory ◇ (Lost Thunder 178) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Heat Factory ◇ is a Rare Prism Star Stadium from the Lost Thunder set, numbered 178. Its prism-themed presentation and scarcity within sm8 give it standout appeal for dedicated collectors.

Quick Facts

• Card Number: 178
• Set: Lost Thunder (sm8)
• Rarity: Rare Prism Star
• Stage: Stadium, Prism Star
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Illustrator: 5ban Graphics
• Image:

Key Printings

Heat Factory ◇ appears exclusively in the Lost Thunder expansion of the Sun & Moon series. There are no known reprints or alternate editions of this exact card.

Variants & Identifiers

This card has no known print variants. It is identified by its unique Prism Star subtype and the distinctive “◇” symbol in its name. The card’s rules emphasize its singular presence in decks and gameplay, preventing multiple copies from being played simultaneously.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

• Once during each player’s turn, that player may discard a Fire Energy card from their hand to draw 3 cards.
• Prevents all effects of Item or Supporter cards played by any player that would affect this Stadium.
• Remains in play until replaced by another Stadium card.
• Prism Star rule: only one copy allowed per deck; discarded copies go to the Lost Zone instead of the discard pile.

Care & Storage Tips

Store Heat Factory ◇ in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight. Avoid bending or moisture exposure to preserve condition, artwork, and playability.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Lost Thunder (sm8): Introduced Heat Factory ◇ as a Rare Prism Star Stadium card with strategic energy discard and card draw mechanics, enhancing Fire-type decks and disrupting opponent strategies.

This guide provides a focused overview of Heat Factory ◇ from Lost Thunder, highlighting its unique gameplay role and collectible features.