Lightning Energy - Pokemon HeartGold & SoulSilver #118
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Lightning Energy Card Facts & History
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Set Lore
Lightning Energy #118 comes from the very first HeartGold & SoulSilver expansion, a February 10, 2010 release that launched the HGSS era and introduced the set’s refreshed card design and Johto-inspired presentation.
Cultural Impact
What makes this Energy memorable to collectors is its artwork concept: the HGSS Basic Energy cards were printed with Pokémon silhouettes in the background, and the Lightning version specifically features Ampharos with the Glitter Lighthouse, a deep-cut Johto reference.
In-Game
That Ampharos and lighthouse pairing ties directly to Johto’s Olivine City story in Pokémon Gold, Silver, HeartGold, and SoulSilver, where Ampharos is central to the iconic lighthouse quest.
Card History
Even as a Common Basic Energy, Lightning Energy #118 stands out because HGSS made its Energy cards part of the set’s identity rather than filler, giving them collector appeal alongside the expansion’s Pokémon Prime and LEGEND headline cards.
Artist
Unlike most illustrated cards in the set, this card is credited with no illustrator, reinforcing that HGSS Energy cards were treated more like themed design pieces than traditional character art cards.
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About Lightning Energy (Pokemon HeartGold & SoulSilver #118)
Lightning Energy is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon HeartGold & SoulSilver set, card number 118. This card has a Common rarity, is printed in English, belongs to the HeartGold & SoulSilver era, and was released in 2010. The current market price is $20.70, based on recent Raw NM sales tracked on Double Holo.
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Over the last 90 days, the Raw NM market price has ranged from $19.53 to $20.70, with a median of $20.61.
Card details
- Card Number
- #118
- Rarity
- Common
- Release Year
- 2010
- Language
- English
- Era
- HeartGold & SoulSilver
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Frequently asked questions
What is the current market price of Lightning Energy from Pokemon HeartGold & SoulSilver #118?
The current market price of Lightning Energy is $20.70. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Lightning Energy from?
Lightning Energy is from the Pokemon HeartGold & SoulSilver set, card number 118, released in 2010.
Is Lightning Energy worth grading?
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How can I buy or sell Lightning Energy?
You can buy or sell Lightning Energy on the Double Holo marketplace, which pairs live listings with a bid and ask order book, so you can set your own price or take the best available offer. Sellers pay a 4.9% platform fee on completed sales, with a $1 minimum.
Approximately 100 PSA graded copies tracked.