Manaphy – Ultra Prism (#42)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Manaphy (#42) is an Uncommon card from Sun & Moon - Ultra Prism released in 2018. It showcases artwork by kawayoo and the Deep Currents attack, Shuffle 5 Water Energy cards from your discard pile into your deck.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.23, Cardmarket average sale is €0.14, Floor listings start near €0.02.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.23
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.12
- Recent low listing: €0.02
Card Details
- Set
- Ultra Prism
- Card Number
- 42
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Illustrator
- 🎨 kawayoo
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 💧 Water
- Weaknesses
- Grass ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Deep Currents
[Water]
Shuffle 5 Water Energy cards from your discard pile into your deck. -
Water Pulse
[Water]
— 20
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Asleep.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Manaphy from Ultra Prism (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator kawayoo.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Manaphy 42 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Manaphy's Deep Currents for Water energy. Special effect: Shuffle 5 Water Energy cards from your discard pile into your deck.
Stats Overview: 70 HP • Water Type • Weak to Grass ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Manaphy Cards
Looking for other Manaphy cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra Prism #42 ← Current | 70 | 2 attacks | Uncommon | $0.23 |
�📦 Ultra Prism Set Context
This Manaphy is part of the Ultra Prism expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by kawayoo, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Manaphy card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Uncommon cards from Ultra Prism are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by kawayoo resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Water typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Manaphy 42 was released in 2018 in the Ultra Prism expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by kawayoo. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Ultra Prism represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Water type Pokémon like Manaphy with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Manaphy card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Water energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Manaphy works best in Water type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.