Manectric – Phantom Forces (#113)

Price Overview & Key Facts
Manectric (#113) is a Rare Ultra card from XY - Phantom Forces released in 2014. It showcases artwork by Ryo Ueda and the Overrun attack (20 damage), This attack does 20 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $22.45, Cardmarket average sale is €30.80, Floor listings start near €2.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $22.45
- Cardmarket trend price: €15.94
- Recent low listing: €2.00
Card Details
- Set
- Phantom Forces
- Card Number
- 113
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Ultra
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ryo Ueda
- HP
- 170
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Resistances
- Metal -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- M Manectric-EX
Attacks & Strategy
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Overrun
[Colorless]
— 20
This attack does 20 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) -
Assault Laser
[Lightning, Colorless]
— 60+
If your opponent's Active Pokémon has a Pokémon Tool card attached to it, this attack does 60 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Manectric from Phantom Forces (Rare Ultra) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2014, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ryo Ueda.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Manectric 113 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Manectric's Overrun deals 20 damage for Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 20 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resist...
Stats Overview: 170 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 |
---|---|---|---|---|
Phantom Forces #113 ← Current | 170 | 2 attacks | Rare Ultra | $22.45 |
�📦 Phantom Forces Set Context
This Manectric is part of the Phantom Forces expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2014. As a Rare Ultra card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ryo Ueda, 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: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ 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 Ultra cards from Phantom Forces are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ryo Ueda 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 113 was released in 2014 in the Phantom Forces expansion. This set is part of the XY series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Ryo Ueda. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Ultra card, this Manectric is among the premium chase cards from Phantom Forces. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Phantom Forces is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Lightning type Pokémon like Manectric 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 Manectric card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- 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.