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Yanmega
Legends Awakened 17/146 • holo-rare
- Set
- Legends Awakened
- Number
- 17/146
- Rarity
- Rare Holo
- Released
- 2008
- Energy type
- grass energy
- Finish
- Cosmos
- Market price
- $11.82
- Artist
- Kent Kanetsuna
What it does
Does 10 damage to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) Your opponent switches the Defending Pokémon with 1 of his or her Benched Pokémon.
If the Defending Pokémon already has 2 or more damage counters on it, this attack does 60 damage plus 20 more damage and switch Yanmega with 1 of your Benched Pokémon.
By churning its wings, it creates shock waves that inflict critical internal injuries to foes.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- ExpandedNot legal
- UnlimitedLegal
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Where it came from
Yanmega (17/146) was released in 2008 as part of the Pokémon TCG expansion Legends Awakened, the fourth set in the Diamond & Pearl Series. This set focused on Pokémon that evolved through ancient or fossil-related mechanics, alongside the introduction of powerful Lv.X cards. The expansion drew its aesthetic and card roster primarily from the Japanese expansion 'Cry from the Mysterious', bridging the gap between late-generation mechanics and the broader appeal of the Sinnoh region's diverse ecosystem.
The card features artwork by illustrator Kouki Saitou, who is well-regarded among collectors for his vibrant and dynamic style. Saitou captured Yanmega in a mid-flight posture, emphasizing its dragonfly-inspired anatomy and aggressive stance. As a Rare Holo card, it was notable for its 'Speed Boost' Ability-like effect, which allowed for strategic energy acceleration. The design was well-received by players of the era for its utility in competitive Grass-type decks, securing its place as a recognizable piece of 2008-era competitive history.
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