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Manaphy
Brilliant Stars 041/172 • rare
- Set
- Brilliant Stars
- Number
- 041/172
- Rarity
- Rare
- Released
- 2022
- Energy type
- water energy
- Market price
- $0.31
- Artist
- HYOGONOSUKE
What it does
Prevent all damage done to your Benched Pokémon by attacks from your opponent's Pokémon.
It starts its life with a wondrous power that permits it to bond with any kind of Pokémon.
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Where it came from
The Manaphy card numbered 041/172 was released as part of the Pokémon Trading Card Game expansion Brilliant Stars in early 2022. This set was notable for introducing the Trainer Gallery subset, which elevated the aesthetic appeal of many cards, and for the debut of the VSTAR mechanic. Manaphy was included in this set to provide players with a crucial defensive utility card, as its Wave Veil ability prevents damage to the player's benched Pokémon from opponent attacks.
The card features an illustration by artist Tika Matsuno, who depicts the Mythical Pokémon Manaphy in a gentle, aquatic environment. Matsuno’s approach emphasizes the creature's ethereal nature, utilizing soft color palettes and flowing lines to reflect its status as the Prince of the Sea. Upon its release, the card was widely adopted by competitive players for its tactical significance in the metagame, while collectors appreciated the clean design and the distinct holographic finish characteristic of the Rare rarity tier within the Sword & Shield series.
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