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Heavy Ball is not a Pokémon, but rather an Item card from the Pokémon Trading Card Game. As an Item card, it represents a useful object that trainers can use during battle or in preparation for it. The concept of the Heavy Ball originates from the Pokémon video games, where it is a special type of Poké Ball designed to be more effective at catching heavier Pokémon. This item was first introduced in the second generation of the main series games, Pokémon Gold and Silver, and has since appeared in various forms across the franchise. Its primary function in the video games is to increase the catch rate of Pokémon that weigh a significant amount, making it a strategic choice for trainers encountering specific types of Pokémon. In the TCG, Item cards like the Heavy Ball play a crucial role in deck strategy, offering players ways to search for specific Pokémon, draw cards, or manipulate the game state. The Heavy Ball’s utility reflects its video game counterpart's focus on heavy Pokémon, translating that concept into a search mechanic that targets Pokémon with high Retreat Costs in the card game.