Heatran (Twilight Masquerade 123) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Heatran from the Twilight Masquerade set is a Rare Basic Metal-type Pokémon with 140 HP. Its Incandescent Body ability punishes attackers with Burn when Heatran is damaged, while Steel Burst converts each discarded Metal Energy into a heavy hit. Card number 123 is a vibrant, display-worthy addition for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Metal
• Stage: Basic
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: Grass -30
• Retreat Cost: 4
• Ability: Incandescent Body (Burns attacking Pokémon when Heatran is damaged)
• Attack: Steel Burst (Discard all Metal Energy attached to deal 50 damage per card discarded)
• Flavor Text: “It dwells in volcanic caves. It digs in with its cross-shaped feet to crawl on ceilings and walls.”
• Set: Twilight Masquerade (sv6)
• Regulation Mark: H
• Image:

Key Printings

Only one printing is known: Twilight Masquerade, card number 123. There are no alternate printings or promotional versions.

Variants & Identifiers

No known print variants or alternate art exist for this Heatran. Identify it by set code “sv6” and card number 123.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This Heatran card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its Incandescent Body ability offers a strategic burn effect, and Steel Burst can deal significant damage if multiple Metal Energy cards are discarded.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the artwork and card surface by sleeving immediately, then store in a top loader or binder page. Keep out of direct sunlight, avoid bending, and prevent exposure to moisture to preserve condition and color.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Twilight Masquerade (sv6): Introduces Heatran as a rare Basic Metal-type Pokémon with a unique burn-inducing ability and a powerful energy-discard attack. The set features a volcanic cave-themed flavor text that complements Heatran’s design.