Omanyte Collector’s Guide: 151 Set Illustration Rare

Character Intro

Omanyte from the 151 set is a striking Illustration Rare card numbered 180. It features 100 HP and a unique attack called Tentacular Return. This card stands out for its detailed artwork and solid gameplay attributes.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Antique Helix Fossil)
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: G
• Flavor Text: “This Pokémon is a member of an ancient, extinct species. Omanyte paddles through water with its 10 tentacles, looking like it’s just drifting along.”
• Attack: Tentacular Return — Deals 50 damage and returns an Energy attached to the opponent’s Active Pokémon to their hand.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Scarlet & Violet series, set code sv3pt5, numbered 180 in the 151 set. It is classified as an Illustration Rare, a rarity tier that highlights the card’s detailed artwork by Yano Keiji.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include the set code sv3pt5, number 180, and the Illustration Rare rarity. The card’s regulation mark is G, and it features a Water-type symbol with a Stage 1 subtype.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No official tournament play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant illustration and maintain condition, store the card in a sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or edge wear.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• 151 Set (Scarlet & Violet, sv3pt5): Features Omanyte as an Illustration Rare with a disruption-focused attack that returns Energy cards. The evolution from Antique Helix Fossil ties into the set’s theme of prehistoric Pokémon.