Helioptile (Flashfire 36) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Helioptile from the Flashfire set (xy2-36) is a Common, Basic Lightning-type Pokémon with 60 HP. With the straightforward Pound and the utility of Destructive Beam, it’s a simple, charming pickup for set builders and Lightning-type enthusiasts.

Quick Facts

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Basic
• Weakness: Fighting (×2)
• Resistance: Metal (-20)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Attacks:
• Pound (10 damage, costs 1 Lightning energy)
• Destructive Beam (flip a coin; if heads, discard an Energy attached to opponent’s Active Pokémon; costs 1 Lightning and 1 Colorless energy)
• Flavor Text: They make their home in deserts. They can generate their energy from basking in the sun, so eating food is not a requirement.
• Illustrator: 5ban Graphics
• Set: Flashfire (xy2)
• Card Number: 36
• Rarity: Common
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing of Helioptile appears in the XY Flashfire set, identified by set code xy2 and card number 36. It is a Common rarity card with no known alternate printings or special variants.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include the card number (36), set name (Flashfire), and illustrator (5ban Graphics). The card features a Lightning type and Basic stage subtype.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data. Its modest HP and simple attacks make it a straightforward choice for casual play or collection rather than competitive decks.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain card condition, store this Helioptile card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or stacking heavy items on top of it to prevent damage to the card’s surface and edges.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Flashfire (xy2): This set includes the Helioptile card as a Common Lightning-type Basic Pokémon. It features clean, modern artwork by 5ban Graphics and offers simple but effective attacks suitable for early gameplay stages. The set’s desert-themed flavor text adds a unique touch to this energetic Pokémon’s profile.

This guide covers the exact printing of Helioptile from the Flashfire set, providing collectors and players with essential information to identify, evaluate, and care for this card.