Team Aqua’s Manectric Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Team Aqua’s Manectric from the Team Magma vs Team Aqua set is an uncommon card with 80 HP. Its standout attack, Chaos Crush, adds strategic value to gameplay. Numbered 29 in the set, it’s a distinctive addition for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Stage 1
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting (×2)
• Resistance: Metal (-30)
• Evolves From: Team Aqua’s Electrike
• Attacks:
• Aqua Beam (20 damage): Confuses Defending Pokémon if it has Team Magma in its name.
• Chaos Crush (50 damage): Discards an Energy card from a Confused Defending Pokémon.

Key Printings

Printed exclusively in the Team Magma vs Team Aqua set as card number 29. As an uncommon, it remains moderately accessible for collectors targeting this series.

Variants & Identifiers

No known print variants exist for this exact card. It is identified by set code “ex4” and number “29.” The illustrator credit to K. Utsunomiya and the Team Magma/Team Aqua-themed attacks further distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its playability in official tournaments is therefore uncertain.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain condition, store Team Aqua’s Manectric in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or stacking under heavy objects to protect the surface and edges.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Team Magma vs Team Aqua (ex4): A thematic set highlighting the rival teams. Team Aqua’s Manectric showcases synergy with Team Aqua’s Electrike and emphasizes confusion and energy disruption through its attacks.