Heavy Ball
BREAKthrough

#140 Heavy Ball - BREAKthrough (xy8)

Heavy Ball is a Trainer card from the XY series, released in the BREAKthrough set on November 4, 2015. Designed by artist Toyste Beach, it is classified as an Uncommon rarity card. The card’s primary function is defined by its two rules, which grant strategic advantages during gameplay. One rule allows the player to search their deck for a Pokémon with a Retreat Cost of 3 or more, reveal it, and place it into their hand before shuffling their deck. This ability provides flexibility in managing resources and accessing key Pokémon. The second rule permits the player to play as many Item cards as desired during their turn, provided it occurs before their attack phase. This enhances deck customization and tactical options. The card’s lack of types, weaknesses, resistances, or attacks aligns with its role as a Trainer card, focusing on gameplay mechanics rather than combat attributes. Its design emphasizes utility in deck-building and turn management strategies.