Yanmega Collector’s Guide: Crown Zenith Printing

Character Intro

Yanmega from the Crown Zenith set is a Rare card numbered 9 with 130 HP. Its sleek, dynamic artwork pairs with the hard-hitting Jet Wing to showcase Yanmega’s swift aerial prowess.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Yanma)
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Regulation Mark: F
• Flavor Text: “This six-legged Pokémon is easily capable of transporting an adult in flight. The wings on its tail help it stay balanced.”
• Image URL: /images/swsh12pt5/swsh12pt5-9.jpg

Key Printings

This Crown Zenith Yanmega (#9, Rare) features two attacks and has no abilities.

Attacks

• Shoot Through: Deals 20 damage and also hits one of the opponent’s Benched Pokémon for 20 damage.
• Jet Wing: Deals 160 damage and prevents Yanmega from attacking on the next turn.

Variants & Identifiers

This printing has no known print variants. It is identified by the set code swsh12pt5 and the card number 9. Illustrated by KIYOTAKA OSHIYAMA. The card’s subtype is Stage 1, and it is a Grass-type Pokémon with a regulation mark of F.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Its play viability is uncertain due to the lack of official tournament legality.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the artwork and condition by using sleeves, keeping the card away from direct sunlight and moisture, and avoiding bending or scratching.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Crown Zenith: Includes Yanmega as a Rare Stage 1 Grass-type Pokémon with a unique combination of attacks and a notable illustrator. The set is recognized for its diverse and vivid Pokémon representations, with Yanmega standing out due to its balanced HP and impactful moves.