Omanyte 60/75
Set: Neo Discovery
Released: Jun 1, 2001
Pokémon
Fighting Type
Common Pull Rate: 1 in 2.9 packs (34.5%)
Evolves From:
Mysterious Fossil
Evolves To: Omastar
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About Omanyte
Revived from an ancient fossil, this Pokémon uses air stored in its shell to sink and rise in water.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #138
- Card Number 60/75
- Card RarityCommon
- IllustratorYuka Morii
- Release Date01/06/2001
- SeriesNeo
- Expansion Neo Discovery
- Evolves From
- Evolves To
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraVintage
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionKanto
- Generation Generation 1
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Fighting - Health Points50 HP
- Weakness
Grass ×2 - Retreat Cost
Colorless ×1
Abilities
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Pokémon Power:
Revive Fossil
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may flip a coin. If heads, search your deck for a card that evolves from Mysterious Fossil and put it onto your Bench. Shuffle your deck afterward. Treat that card as a Basic Pokémon. This power can't be used if Omanyte is Asleep, Confused, or Paralyzed (or if your Bench is full).
Attacks
- Bind10

Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Omanyte emerging from its spiral shell, crawling across a rocky, ancient landscape with curious eyes, blending prehistoric marine life and a serene, natural environment full of stone and earth.
Playability Overview
Omanyte's strategic value lies in its ability to accelerate bench setup by potentially evolving a Mysterious Fossil, creating early momentum despite reliance on coin flips and low HP.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Fossil RevivalThis Omanyte card has such a nostalgic charm, showcasing its prehistoric vibe with the earthy color palette. I’d suggest placing it on a page dedicated to ancient Pokémon, perhaps next to other fossil types like Kabuto. The subtle hints of water and its connection to the sea create a nice flow with other aquatic-themed cards.Additional Binder Suggestions: Ocean Floor / Nostalgic / Earthy Tones / Ancient Life / Water's Edge
















