Omanyte Collector’s Guide: Scarlet & Violet 151 Set

Character Intro

Omanyte from the 151 set is an uncommon card boasting 100 HP with the distinctive attack Tentacular Return. It holds a unique place as number 138 in the collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Water
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Antique Helix Fossil)
• Attack: Tentacular Return – Deals 50 damage and returns an Energy attached to the opponent’s Active Pokémon to their hand.
• 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.”
• Set Code: sv3pt5
• Series: Scarlet & Violet

Key Printings

This guide covers the exact printing of Omanyte from the Scarlet & Violet 151 set, card number 138. It is an Uncommon rarity card illustrated by Akira Komayama. No release date is available for this printing.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants are listed for this Omanyte card. It can be identified by its set code sv3pt5 and regulation mark G. The card’s unique attack, Tentacular Return, and its evolution from Antique Helix Fossil further distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

As an Uncommon card with detailed artwork, store this Omanyte in a protective sleeve to prevent edge wear and surface scratches. Keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture to preserve the vibrant colors and card integrity.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Scarlet & Violet 151 (sv3pt5): This set features Omanyte as a Stage 1 Water-type Pokémon with a unique energy disruption attack. The set’s focus on ancient Pokémon is highlighted by Omanyte’s evolution from Antique Helix Fossil and its thematic flavor text.