Unlimited
How to spot it: Standard modern card frame; no edition stamp.
All copies share the same Unlimited print frame.
01Card Stats
Stage 1 (evolves from Growlithe)
HP
110
TypeFire
RarityRare Holo
IllustratorNaoki Saito
WeaknessWater ×2
Retreat●●
SetHeartGold & SoulSilver
Released2010
02Editions and Print Runs
Modern print era — no 1st Edition or Shadowless variants exist for cards printed after the WotC era.
04Variants and Foiling
- Rarity tiers
- Rare Holo
- Foiling
- Holo version with the holo pattern applied to the artwork. Reverse-holo parallel exists with the holo pattern applied to the background.
- Alt art / specials
- No full-art, secret rare, or alternate-art version documented for this print.
05Language and Regional Versions
- English
- Standard English release.
- Japanese
- Released in the equivalent Japanese set.
- European
- Localized European prints exist with translated text.
- Other
- No documented language-exclusive errors or major regional variants.
06Current Market Value
Grade-worthy value
Buy raw ~$67.16
If PSA 9 (likely)
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07Why Collectors Want It
- A holo from HeartGold & SoulSilver (2010).
- The lead card (#1) of the set, a recognizable Arcanine holo.
- A collectible modern-classic for the Arcanine line.
08Competitive Playability
Tier: Niche
Stage 1 Arcanine with 110 HP; top attack near 90 damage — playable in casual or rogue lists, not a competitive staple.
09Card Moves and Abilities
Sharp Fang
Fire Mane
- Weakness
- Water ×2
- Retreat cost
- 2
10Grading and Population
PSA 10 estimate: PSA 10 Gem Mint realizes ~$388 (PriceCharting realized, May 2026).
Moderate Gem-Mint population for a 2010 holo.
Other graders: PSA dominates; CGC volume is growing.