Manaphy (Primal Clash 56) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Manaphy from the Primal Clash set is a Rare Holo card numbered 56. It has 70 HP and features the attack Deep Sea Swirl. Sleek artwork by sui captures Manaphy’s aquatic essence.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Flavor Text: It starts its life with a wondrous power that permits it to bond with any kind of Pokémon.
• Attacks:
• Deep Sea Swirl: Shuffle your hand into your deck, then draw 6 cards.
• Life Saver: Put 2 Water Pokémon from your discard pile into your hand.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the XY series (set code xy5), titled Primal Clash. It is a Rare Holo card numbered 56. The card does not evolve from any other Pokémon and features no abilities—only two Water-type attacks.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward via the set code xy5 and card number 56. The card’s artwork by sui and its holographic rarity further distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Players should verify tournament rules before use.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the holofoil finish and vibrant artwork, store this card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Primal Clash (xy5): Introduced Manaphy as a Rare Holo Basic Water-type Pokémon with unique hand manipulation and recovery attacks, emphasizing strategic deck cycling and resource retrieval.