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Mantyke
Diamond & Pearl 55/130 • uncommon
- Set
- Diamond & Pearl
- Number
- 55/130
- Rarity
- Uncommon
- Released
- 2007
- Energy type
- water energy
- Market price
- $4.86
- Artist
- Midori Harada
What it does
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may put Mantine from your hand onto Mantyke (this counts as evolving Mantyke) and remove all damage counters from Mantyke.
Search your deck for a Water Basic Pokémon, show it to your opponent, and put it into your hand. Shuffle your deck afterward.
A friendly Pokémon that captures the subtle flows of seawater using its two antennae.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- ExpandedNot legal
- UnlimitedLegal
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Where it came from
The Mantyke card, number 55/130, was released in the 2007 Diamond & Pearl expansion of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. This set marked a significant transition in the game, introducing Generation IV Pokémon to the Western market and implementing new mechanics like Pokémon LV.X and the inclusion of Trainer cards that emphasized strategic depth. Mantyke, a Baby Pokémon introduced in the Sinnoh region games, was included here to reflect the growing roster of creatures from the new DS-era titles.
The illustration for this card was provided by Ken Sugimori, the primary designer and art director for the Pokémon franchise. Sugimori’s style for the Diamond & Pearl era focused on clean, expressive lines and a consistent aesthetic that aligned with the digital sprites featured in the video games. As an uncommon card, it served as a functional component for players building Water-type decks, valued for its simplicity and the way it showcased the unique anatomy of the Mantyke, which mimics its evolution, Mantine, while maintaining its distinct juvenile appearance.
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