Manectric (Primal Clash 61) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Manectric from the Primal Clash set is a Rare Holo card numbered 61. It boasts 100 HP and features the attack Electric Shock. This striking card captures Manectric’s electric energy with vivid detail.

Quick Facts

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Electrike)
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: Metal -20
• Retreat Cost: 1

Key Printings

Overview

This Manectric card is from the XY series, specifically the Primal Clash set (set code: xy5). It is identified as card number 61 and is a Rare Holo variant.

Attacks

• Lightning Turn: Deals 30 damage and allows switching with a Benched Pokémon.
• Electric Shock: Deals 70 damage, discards all Lightning Energy attached, and paralyzes the opponent’s Active Pokémon.

Variants & Identifiers

• No known print variants.
• Card ID: xy5-61; commonly referenced as “Manectric Primal Clash 61.”
• Artwork by Naoki Saito; no regulation mark.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Its play viability may be limited due to this status.

Care & Storage Tips

• Store in a protective sleeve to preserve the holo finish.
• Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Primal Clash (XY5): Introduced Manectric as a Rare Holo Stage 1 Lightning-type with dynamic electric-themed attacks and solid HP, complementing the set’s focus on primal and elemental Pokémon.