Helioptile 36 / 106 Pokemon Card from Flashfire Set

Helioptile — Flashfire 36/106 Pokémon TCG card

Helioptile is a Basic Lightning-type Pokémon with 60 HP. It is illustrated by 5ban Graphics and is part of the Flashfire set from the XY series, released in…

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About the Helioptile Pokémon Card

Helioptile is a Lightning-type Pokémon card with 60 HP from the Flashfire set, part of the XY series. It carries the collector number 36/106 and is classified as Common. The Flashfire set was released on May 7, 2014.

The card includes the 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.”.

Helioptile Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Helioptile

Card number: 36/106

Set: Flashfire

Series: XY

Rarity: Common

Subtypes: Basic

Type: Lightning

HP: 60

Artist: 5ban Graphics

Release date: May 7, 2014

National Pokédex number: 694

Why Collect the Helioptile Pokémon Card?

Helioptile is most often collected as part of a complete Flashfire set rather than as a standalone chase card.

Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.

Artwork and Illustration of the Helioptile Pokémon Card

Helioptile was illustrated by 5ban Graphics.

Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.

Market Price and Value of the Helioptile Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Helioptile is about $0.74. Recent listings range from roughly $0.13 (low) to

9.98 (high), with a mid-point near $0.45. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.

For context, the Flashfire set has a median card value near

.04 and an average near
0.29, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved 0% over the last 7 days and -50% over 30 days.

Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Flashfire set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Helioptile Pokémon Card

Whether Helioptile is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.

Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.

PSA has graded 7 copies of this card, of which 3 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 42.9%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.

How Rare Is the Helioptile Pokémon Card?

As a Common card, Helioptile was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 7 copies to date.

Other Printings of Helioptile

Helioptile appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Mega Evolution 143 (around $3.68), Phantom Forces 28 (around $0.73) and Phantom Forces 29 (around $0.49).

These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.

Final Thoughts on the Helioptile Pokémon Card

The Helioptile pokémon card is a Common card from the Flashfire set (XY series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Flashfire set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.74; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Helioptile card from?

Helioptile is from the Flashfire set (XY series), numbered 36/106 with the Common rarity.

What rarity is the Helioptile card?

Helioptile is classified as Common.

How much is the Helioptile 36/106 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about $0.74, within a recent range of roughly $0.13 to

9.98. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Helioptile card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 7 copies so far, with about 42.9% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Helioptile?

PSA has graded 7 copies, of which 3 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 42.9%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Helioptile card?

As a Common card, Helioptile was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.

When was the Flashfire set released?

The Flashfire set was released on May 7, 2014.

Are there other printings of Helioptile?

Yes. Helioptile appears on 19 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.