Mantine (Neo Genesis 64) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Mantine from the Neo Genesis set is a common card numbered 64 with 60 HP. It features the attack Undulate, showcasing its graceful movement. This card offers a straightforward yet engaging addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Lightning (×2)
• Resistance: Fighting (-30)
• Attack: Undulate — Costs two Water Energy, deals 20 damage, and can prevent all effects of attacks on Mantine during your opponent’s next turn if a coin flip is heads.
• Flavor Text: “Swimming freely in open seas, it may fly out of the water and over the waves if it builds up enough speed.”
• Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
• Set: Neo Genesis (neo1)
• Card Number: 64
• Rarity: Common
• Image:

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the Neo Genesis set printing of Mantine, card number 64. It is a Basic Water-type Pokémon with a single attack, “Undulate,” which offers a defensive effect through a coin flip. This printing is notable for its classic Ken Sugimori artwork and its place in the early Neo series.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Mantine card. Identification is straightforward via its set code “neo1,” card number 64, and the common rarity symbol. The card features a single retreat cost and the Fighting resistance, which are useful identifiers.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This Mantine card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its playability in current tournament settings is unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant Ken Sugimori artwork and maintain card condition, store this Mantine card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or heavy handling to keep the card’s edges and surface intact.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Neo Genesis: This set introduced Mantine as a Basic Water-type Pokémon with a unique defensive attack, fitting the aquatic theme of the set. It remains a common card with straightforward gameplay utility and nostalgic appeal for collectors.