Yanmega (Unified Minds 3) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Yanmega from the Unified Minds set is an uncommon Pokémon card numbered 3. It boasts a solid 120 HP and features the dynamic Air Slash attack—a balanced addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Yanma)
• Attacks:
• Tackle: 50 damage, costs 2 Colorless Energy
• Air Slash: 100 damage, costs 3 Colorless Energy, requires discarding an Energy from Yanmega
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless Energy
• Flavor Text: “It prefers to battle by biting apart foes’ heads instantly while flying by at high speed.”

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Sun & Moon series, specifically the Unified Minds set, card number 3. It is an uncommon rarity card illustrated by Hitoshi Ariga. The card’s type is Grass, which is notable given Yanmega’s usual Bug/Flying typing in other media.

Variants & Identifiers

• No known print variants for this card
• Set code: “sm11-3”
• Artwork: Hitoshi Ariga
• Market reference query: “Yanmega Unified Minds 3”
• Card image: /images/sm11/sm11-3.jpg

Legality & Play Notes

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

Care & Storage Tips

• Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Avoid bending or scratching, especially around edges
• Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets for optimal protection

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Unified Minds (sm11): Includes Yanmega as card number 3, a Grass-type Stage 1 Pokémon with solid HP and two straightforward attacks. The set highlights dynamic battles across a mix of types and abilities, with Yanmega fitting as a swift, tactical attacker.

For collectors and players interested in Yanmega’s unique Grass-type iteration and the artwork of Hitoshi Ariga, this card is a notable addition to the Unified Minds set.