Heracross (HeartGold SoulSilver #43) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Heracross from the HeartGold SoulSilver set is an Uncommon Pokémon card with 80 HP. It features the striking attack Double Headbutt, offering a straightforward approach in battle. This card is numbered 43 in the set, making it a distinctive addition for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• No listed resistances or abilities

Key Printings

This Heracross card is printed only in the HeartGold SoulSilver set, identified by the set code “hgss1” and card number 43. It is an Uncommon rarity card featuring two attacks:
– Green Draw: lets you draw cards based on your Grass Pokémon in play.
– Double Headbutt: deals 30 damage plus an additional 20 damage per heads flipped on two coins.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this exact Heracross card. It is a Basic Pokémon with no evolutions listed. The card’s illustrator is Sachiko Adachi, and it carries no regulation mark. The image for this card can be found at:

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Its playability in casual or other formats is not specified.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Uncommon rarity and detailed illustration, preserving the surface and edges will help retain collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• HeartGold SoulSilver (hgss1): This set features Heracross as a Basic Grass-type Pokémon with unique draw and damage-dealing attacks. It fits well into decks focusing on Grass-type synergy but is not tournament-legal in current formats. The card’s flavor text highlights Heracross’s physical prowess, adding character depth to the set.