Turtonator (Burning Shadows 26) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Turtonator from the Burning Shadows set is a Rare Pokémon card numbered 26. With 130 HP and the attack Heat Blast, it makes a vibrant addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fire
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Flavor Text: The shell on its back is chemically unstable and explodes violently if struck. The hole in its stomach is its weak point.
• Attacks:
• Flame Cloak: Attach a Fire Energy card from your discard pile to this Pokémon; deals 30 damage.
• Heat Blast: Deals 70 damage; requires more energy.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Burning Shadows set, card number 26. It is classified as a Rare card and features artwork by Kouki Saitou. The card does not evolve from any other Pokémon, standing as a Basic stage card.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “sm3-26” and the illustration by Kouki Saitou. The Fire type and retreat cost of 3 are additional identifiers.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Its high HP and energy-attachment ability make it a potentially strategic choice in casual play.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity, handle with clean hands and keep it in a rigid top-loader or binder.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Burning Shadows: Introduced Turtonator as a Rare Basic Fire-type Pokémon with a unique energy-recycling attack and solid HP, adding depth to Fire-type decks.