Manectric – Celestial Storm (#52)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Manectric (#52) is a Rare card from Sun & Moon - Celestial Storm released in 2018. It showcases artwork by Sanosuke Sakuma and the Double Charge attack (40 damage), You may attach up to 2 basic Energy cards from your hand to 1 of your Benched Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.25, Cardmarket average sale is €0.15, Floor listings start near €0.04.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.25
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.23
- Recent low listing: €0.04
Card Details
- Set
- Celestial Storm
- Card Number
- 52
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Sanosuke Sakuma
- HP
- 110
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Resistances
- Metal -20
Abilities
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Electric Start
If you go second, and if this Pokémon is in your hand when you are setting up to play, you may put it face down as your Active Pokémon or on your Bench.
Attacks & Strategy
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Double Charge
[Lightning]
— 40
You may attach up to 2 basic Energy cards from your hand to 1 of your Benched Pokémon.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (40.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Manectric from Celestial Storm (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Sanosuke Sakuma.
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 Manectric 52 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Manectric's Double Charge deals 40 damage for Lightning energy. Special effect: You may attach up to 2 basic Energy cards from your hand to 1 of your Benched Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 110 HP • Lightning Type • Weak to Fighting ×2 • Resistant to Metal -20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celestial Storm #52 ← Current | 110 | 1 attack | Rare | $0.25 |
�📦 Celestial Storm Set Context
This Manectric is part of the Celestial Storm expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Sanosuke Sakuma, 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 Manectric 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
- Rare cards from Celestial Storm are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Sanosuke Sakuma resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Lightning typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Manectric 52 was released in 2018 in the Celestial Storm 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 Sanosuke Sakuma. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Celestial Storm represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Lightning type Pokémon like Manectric have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Manectric 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 Lightning energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Manectric works best in Lightning type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.