Mantine Collector’s Guide: Surging Sparks (sv8-40)

Character Intro

Mantine from the Surging Sparks set is a common card numbered 40 with 110 HP. This sleek Pokémon features the attack Wave Splash, offering a straightforward option for players. Its design captures the fluid motion of the ocean with vibrant detail.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: H
• Series: Scarlet & Violet
• Set Code: sv8
• Card ID: sv8-40

Key Printings

This Mantine card is printed as a Common rarity in the Surging Sparks expansion of the Scarlet & Violet series. It is identified by the number 40 in the set. No alternate printings or special variants are noted for this card.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Mantine card. It is a Basic Pokémon with no evolutions or pre-evolutions listed.

Attacks

• Wave Splash: deals 30 damage for one Water energy.
• Aqua Dive: can target one of the opponent’s Pokémon for 50 damage with a Water and Colorless energy cost.

Legality & Play Notes

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

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this Common Mantine card, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface to maintain its condition, especially since the illustrator and print date are unknown, making provenance harder to verify.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Surging Sparks (sv8): This set includes Mantine as a Basic Water-type Pokémon with straightforward attacks suitable for casual play. The set focuses on vibrant aquatic and electric themes, with Mantine fitting the water motif perfectly.