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Manaphy

Diamond & Pearl / #9/130

Manaphy

Printed language: English · Pokémon

Set (printed edition)
Diamond & Pearl
Rarity (source)
Rare Holo
Illustrator
Nakaoka
Source reference
dp1-9

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The Pokémon’s story

From birth, Manaphy has a power that lets it form a bond with all kinds of Pokémon. This ability gives its encounters a special place, even far from where it originated. An entry from Hisui reports that it supposedly crosses oceans and only rarely visits the region's coasts. It also emphasizes its resemblance to Phione while leaving their relationship uncertain. Its journey and this open question contribute to the mystery surrounding it.

Background on the species in the video games; its forms and card versions may have appeared later.

A detail worth noticing

The Pokémon Omega Ruby entry describes Manaphy's power as present from birth. Pokémon Legends: Arceus reports its supposed rare visits to Hisui's coasts but does not settle the relationship between Manaphy and Phione despite their resemblance.

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Card details

HP
70
Type (source)
Water
Stage (source)
Basic
Pokédex number
490
Retreat cost
1 Energy
Weakness (source)
Lightning +20

Printed card text — English

Quoted source text is retained in the card’s printed language so this exact printing can be identified. The CarDex background above is translated into English.

Description from the source

Born on a cold seafloor, it will swim great distances to return to its birthplace.

Attacks

Call for Family

Cost: Colorless

Search your deck for a Basic Pokémon and put it onto your Bench. Shuffle your deck afterward.

Aqua Ring

Cost: Water · Water

Damage: 30

Switch Manaphy with 1 of your Benched Pokémon.

Documented variants

Versions reported by the source; identification for sales still needs verification.

  • Reverse
  • Holographic
  • holo · standard
  • reverse · standard
  • holo · standard · set-logo

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