Altaria Collector’s Guide: HS Triumphant Printing

Character Intro

Altaria from the HS Triumphant set is a Rare Holo card numbered 2. It features 90 HP and the attack Stadium Power. Its vibrant design makes it a notable addition for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Colorless
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Swablu)
• Weakness: Colorless ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -20
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Flavor Text: “It flies gracefully through the sky. Its melodic humming makes you feel like you’re in a dream.”

Key Printings

This Altaria card is from the HS Triumphant set, identified by the set code “hgss4” and card number 2. It is a Rare Holo variant, making it a visually striking collectible within the HeartGold & SoulSilver series.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is uniquely identified by its set code “hgss4” and card number 2. The illustrator credit goes to Ryo Ueda, whose artwork captures Altaria’s tranquil nature.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

• Midnight Eyes: Deals 20 damage and puts the Defending Pokémon to sleep.
• Stadium Power: Deals 40 damage, plus an additional 30 if a Stadium card is in play.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s holo finish and artwork, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• HS Triumphant: This set includes this Rare Holo Altaria card, showcasing elegant artwork and a balanced set of attacks that emphasize status effects and synergy with Stadium cards. The set focuses on HeartGold & SoulSilver era Pokémon with a mix of nostalgic and strategic appeal.