Heatmor Collector’s Guide: Dark Explorers #19

Character Intro

Heatmor from the Dark Explorers set is a Rare Pokémon card numbered 19. It has 90 HP and features the striking attack Firebreathing. A fiery pick for collectors seeking a distinctive Black & White–era Basic Fire-type.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fire
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Attacks:
• Hot Lick: Deals 10 damage, with an additional 50 damage if the Defending Pokémon is Durant.
• Firebreathing: Deals 50+ damage; flip a coin to add 20 more damage on heads.
• Flavor Text: Using their very hot, flame-covered tongues, they burn through Durant’s steel bodies and consume their insides.
• Legal Status: unknown
• Image:

Key Printings

The only known printing of this Heatmor card is from the Dark Explorers set, numbered 19. It is classified as a Rare card and features no evolutions from previous stages.

Variants & Identifiers

This Heatmor card has no known print variants or alternate versions. It is identified by its set code “bw5-19” and the unique artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita. The card does not have a regulation mark, and no special subtypes beyond “Basic” are listed.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently listed as legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Players and collectors should verify tournament rules before use.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant artwork and maintain card condition, store this Heatmor card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use rigid top loaders or binders with acid-free pages to prevent bending and surface wear.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Dark Explorers: This set includes Heatmor as a Rare Basic Fire-type Pokémon, showcasing its unique attacks and flavor text. It is a notable card for collectors interested in the Black & White series, especially those focusing on Fire-type Pokémon.