The 10 Most Valuable Cards in Pokemons Heatwave Arena (April 2025)
- Stew @ PokéPortal
- 2 days ago
- 3 min read
The heat is on—and we’re not just talking about Fire-types. Heatwave Arena, the Japanese-exclusive Pokémon TCG set that’s paving the way for Destined Rivals in May, is already generating serious buzz on the secondary market. From spectacular Special Art Rares to dynamic Trainer-Pokémon duos, prices are soaring.
Here are the 10 most valuable Pokémon Heatwave Arena cards just weeks ahead of their expected English release, ranked by current raw (ungraded) value in GBP.
10. Cynthia's Garchomp Ex #080/063 – £13.62
Alt Art Text:Gold-tinged Super Rare with Garchomp poised mid-strike, Cynthia’s silhouette watching behind in command.
A gorgeous Super Rare that balances power and aesthetics. Though it's the least valuable on this list, it’s still a must-have for Garchomp fans.
9. Ethan’s Typhlosion #070/063 – £17.65
Alt Art Text:Ethan and Typhlosion stand back-to-back amid firelight, ready to strike after a hit. Illustrated by GIDORA.
A sleeper hit with budget collectors, this Art Rare is rich in late-game potential—and style.
8. Misty’s Psyduck #071/063 – £22.47
Alt Art Text:Misty floats beside Psyduck in crystal-clear water, serene and dreamlike, illustrated by OKACHEKE.
One of the most charming cards in the set. Psyduck fans rejoice—this one’s a vibe and holds solid value thanks to nostalgic love.
7. Yanmega Ex #085/063 – £26.16
Alt Art Text:Yanmega buzzes midair with blurred motion lines, lush foliage in the backdrop as it darts through a forest.
Strategic and sleek, this card’s price is climbing as more players realize how devastating its bench-shuffle combo can be.
6. Arven’s Mabosstiff Ex #088/063 – £30.54
Alt Art Text:Arven and Mabosstiff sit at a picnic spot sharing sandwiches, illustrated in warm tones that evoke a field trip moment.
This one has heart. With a lovable backstory and solid attack scaling, it's already climbing in value.
5. Ethan’s Ho-Oh Ex #090/063 – £44.43
Alt Art Text:Ho-Oh soars above Ethan with fiery trails in the sky, glowing wings spread wide against dusk tones.
This Ultra Rare delivers both stunning visuals and gameplay synergy—especially for Ethan-based fire builds.
4. Cynthia's Garchomp Ex #091/063 – £57.53
Alt Art Text:A full-color Ultra Rare featuring Cynthia in front of Garchomp, the duo mid-battle in a dynamic, glossy finish.
This Ultra Rare shines brighter than its Super version. A collector’s staple with future growth potential.
3. Ethan’s Adventure #089/063 – £65.46
Alt Art Text:Ethan sprints toward the horizon, surrounded by flames and Pokémon, holding a Poké Ball mid-throw.
A Trainer card that enables insane deck consistency—and looks amazing doing it. Get four copies if you’re serious about playing Ethan decks.
2. Ethan’s Ho-Oh Ex #086/063 – £137.39
Alt Art Text:Ho-Oh flies majestically above Ethan, golden fire trailing in arcs as the trainer looks upward into the light.
The first card on this list to break the £100 mark. Rare, powerful, and absolutely gorgeous, it's the top-tier chase for Ethan fans.
1. Cynthia's Garchomp Ex #087/063 – £210.30
Alt Art Text:A stadium-packed battle scene, Cynthia commands Garchomp on a jumbotron while the crowd roars around them.
An epic showdown frozen in time. Illustrated by HICO KIM, this Special Art Rare is the crown jewel of Heatwave Arena, and the market agrees—it's currently the most expensive card in the set.
📋 Quick Recap – Top 10 Most Valuable Heatwave Arena Cards (Ungraded Prices, GBP)
Rank | Card | GBP Price |
1 | Cynthia's Garchomp Ex #087/063 | £210.30 |
2 | Ethan’s Ho-Oh Ex #086/063 | £137.39 |
3 | Ethan’s Adventure #089/063 | £65.46 |
4 | Cynthia's Garchomp Ex #091/063 | £57.53 |
5 | Ethan’s Ho-Oh Ex #090/063 | £44.43 |
6 | Arven’s Mabosstiff Ex #088/063 | £30.54 |
7 | Yanmega Ex #085/063 | £26.16 |
8 | Misty’s Psyduck #071/063 | £22.47 |
9 | Ethan’s Typhlosion #070/063 | £17.65 |
10 | Cynthia's Garchomp Ex #080/063 | £13.62 |
Final Thoughts
Heatwave Arena is bursting with emotionally resonant art, competitive potential, and stunning Trainer-Pokémon synergy. With cards like Cynthia’s Garchomp Ex and Ethan’s Ho-Oh Ex commanding serious cash already, this set is set to become a classic.
Whether you're importing singles early or waiting for the English release in Destined Rivals, now’s the time to keep your eyes on these high-value pulls. The fire—and the value—is very real.
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