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Manaphy XY190

Name: Manaphy XY190 (XY Black Star Promos)
Brand: Pokemon

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Set: XY Black Star Promos Released: Oct 12, 2013

Pokémon: Manaphy

Water Type Promo Illustrator: Ken Sugimori

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holofoil

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About Manaphy

It starts its life with a wondrous power that permits it to bond with any kind of Pokémon.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Manaphy
TypeWater
National Pokédex #[490]
Card Number XY190
Card RarityPromo
IllustratorKen Sugimori
LanguageEnglish
Release Date12/10/2013
SeriesXY
Expansion XY Black Star Promos
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatLegal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraModern
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionSinnoh
Generation Generation 4

Card Attributes

Energy Type Water
Health Points70 HP
Weakness Grass ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×1

Attacks

Marine Guidance
Search your deck for a Water Pokémon, reveal it, and put it into your hand. Shuffle your deck afterward.
Aqua Ring30
Switch this Pokémon with 1 of your Benched Pokémon.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Manaphy, a small, aquatic Pokémon, joyfully sitting on a soft patch of grass beside a tranquil body of water. The background features lush greenery, creating a serene atmosphere reminiscent of a hidden water oasis. The vibrant color palette, with shades of blue and green, enhances the mood of calmness and joy. Shading is gentle, contributing to a soft, inviting feel. Manaphy‚Äôs cheerful expression and playful pose reflect its nature as a guardian of the sea, and the overall scene conveys a sense of peace and harmony in its environment.

Playability Overview

Manaphy offers strategic deck thinning and mobility with its ability to search for Water Pokémon and switch out easily, supporting smoother evolution or tactical repositioning.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Oceanic WhispersThis Manaphy card radiates a serene underwater vibe with its gentle blue tones and lush green background. I’d suggest placing it on a “Calm Waters” page, surrounded by other aquatic Pokémon that evoke tranquility, like Vaporeon or Lapras. Its soothing artwork sets the perfect tone for a relaxing binder section.Additional Binder Suggestions: Ocean / Serene / Pastel / Water's Embrace / Gentle Waves