Yanma Collector’s Guide: Phantom Forces #3

Character Intro

Yanma is a Common Pokémon card from the Phantom Forces set, numbered 3. It has 70 HP and a single attack, Air Slash. With its simple, vivid design, it’s a straightforward addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic
• Attack: Air Slash (30 damage; discard an Energy attached to Yanma)
• Weakness: Lightning (×2)
• Resistance: Fighting (-20)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Flavor Text: Its eyes can see 360 degrees without moving its head. It won’t miss prey—even those behind it.
• Set Code: xy4
• Card ID: xy4-3
• Print Variants: None known
• Legality: unknown

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the Phantom Forces printing of Yanma, card number 3. It features artwork by Shin Nagasawa and is classified as a Common card. No alternate printings or promotional versions are documented for this exact printing.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Yanma card. Identification is straightforward via the set code “xy4” and card number “3.” The card’s Grass typing and Basic stage further distinguish it within the Phantom Forces set.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This Yanma card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data.
• Its single attack, Air Slash, requires discarding an Energy, which may limit its competitive viability.

Care & Storage Tips

Store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Common rarity, it’s ideal for beginner collectors or those building thematic Grass-type decks. Handle with care to preserve the sharp artwork by Shin Nagasawa.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Phantom Forces (xy4): Yanma appears as a Basic Grass-type Pokémon with a simple but effective attack and a unique 360-degree vision flavor text. This set printing is Common and features clean, detailed artwork. No additional printings or variants are noted.