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Pokémon: Typhlosion Series: HeartGold SoulSilver Set: Promos Card Number: HGSS09 Rarity: P Grade: Raw Year: 2010 Illustrator:  Wataru Kawahara Type: Water The Typhlosion (Prime) card (HGSS09), specifically the Cosmos Holo Promo version from the HeartGold SoulSilver: Black Star Promos of the Pokémon TCG, is a premium raw collectible released in 2010. Featuring artwork by Wataru Kawahara, this Fire-type Stage 2 Pokémon evolves from Quilava and is distinguished by its shimmering "Cosmos" holofoil finish—a textured, star-filled foil pattern unique to the 2010 Collector's Tins distribution channel. Mechanically, this card possesses 140 HP and features the Poké-Power Afterburner: "Once during your turn (before your attack), you may search your discard pile for a Fire Energy card and attach it to 1 of your Pokémon. If you do, put 1 damage counter on that Pokémon. This power can't be used if Typhlosion is affected by a Special Condition." This powerful energy acceleration effect allows players to recycle Fire Energy from the discard pile while accepting a small damage trade-off, creating a sustainable resource engine for Fire-based strategies. Its attack, Flare Destroy ([2 Fire + 1 Colorless], 70 damage), states: "Discard an Energy card attached to Typhlosion and discard an Energy card attached to the Defending Pokémon," providing both damage output and energy disruption. The card has a Water Weakness of ×2, no resistance, and a retreat cost of 2 Colorless energy. The Cosmos Holo Promo version of Typhlosion HGSS09 is particularly prized by collectors completing the HeartGold SoulSilver: Black Star Promos set, as it represents the chase promo variant distributed exclusively through the 2010 Spring Collector's Tins, which contained 2 booster packs and 1 Black Star Promo card. Unlike the standard Typhlosion cards found in booster packs, the HGSS09 Prime variant features unique "Cosmos" foil treatment and the "Prime" designation, making it a cornerstone for both competitive play and high-end collector portfolios. Its ability to accelerate Fire Energy from the discard pile while providing potent energy disruption ensures consistent demand for raw copies in tournament-ready condition, particularly as the 2010 HeartGold SoulSilver era continues to gain retro collectibility value and the Black Star Promos remain one of the most sought-after special product lines in the franchise's history. Stock Image(s) Shown. All cards are professionally rated for quality assurance. All cards come sleeved, cards above $5 in value come toploaded.  For in hand images please reach out via contact form.