Heatran-EX Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Heatran-EX is a Rare Ultra card from the Plasma Freeze set, numbered 109. This powerful Pokémon boasts 180 HP and features the dynamic attack Dynamite Press. Its striking presence makes it a notable addition for collectors and players alike.

Quick Facts

• Card Number: 109
• HP: 180
• Type: Fire
• Stage: Basic, EX, Team Plasma
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Rules: Pokémon-EX rule applies (opponent takes 2 Prize cards when Knocked Out)
• Illustrator: 5ban Graphics
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing of Heatran-EX appears in the Black & White series, specifically the Plasma Freeze expansion. It is identified as card number 109 and classified as a Rare Ultra. No other print variants are documented for this card.

Variants & Identifiers

Heatran-EX from Plasma Freeze is a Basic EX Pokémon with the Team Plasma subtype. It has no listed abilities and features two attacks:
– Heat Boiler: Deals 60 damage plus 60 more if Heatran-EX is affected by a Special Condition.
– Dynamite Press: Deals 80 damage plus an additional 10 damage for each damage counter on the Defending Pokémon if Plasma Energy is attached.

No alternate artwork or special print variants are known.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. The Pokémon-EX rule applies, meaning when Heatran-EX is Knocked Out, the opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain card condition, store Heatran-EX in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and unique Team Plasma subtype, keeping it in a top-loader or binder with acid-free pages is recommended for long-term collection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Plasma Freeze (bw9): Heatran-EX debuts as a powerful Fire-type EX with strategic attacks that interact with Special Conditions and Plasma Energy. It stands out as a Rare Ultra card with no known reprints or variants, making it a notable collectible from this set.

This Heatran-EX printing remains a vivid example of the Plasma Freeze expansion’s focus on Team Plasma Pokémon and dynamic gameplay mechanics.