Mankey – Team Rocket (#61)

Mankey Pokémon card — Team Rocket #61, Common
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Team Rocket expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Mankey (#61) is a Common card from Base - Team Rocket released in 2000. It showcases artwork by Sumiyoshi Kizuki and the Mischief attack, Shuffle your opponent's deck.. Cardmarket average sale is €0.61, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • Cardmarket trend price: €1.32
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €1.32 (CM)

Card Details

Set
Team Rocket
Card Number
61
Rarity
✨ Common
Illustrator
🎨 Sumiyoshi Kizuki
HP
40
Type
✊ Fighting
Weaknesses
Psychic ×2
Evolves To
Primeape

Attacks & Strategy

  • Mischief [Colorless]
    Shuffle your opponent's deck.
  • Anger [Fighting, Colorless] — 20+
    Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 damage plus 20 more damage; if tails, this attack does 20 damage.
⚔️ Evolution Strategy: Consider pairing with Primeape for a complete evolution line in competitive decks.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Mankey from Team Rocket (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2000, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Sumiyoshi Kizuki.

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 Mankey 61 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.

Key Attack: Mankey's Mischief for Colorless energy. Special effect: Shuffle your opponent's deck.

Stats Overview: 40 HP • Fighting Type • Weak to Psychic ×2

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
Team Rocket #61 ← Current 40 2 attacks Common N/A

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�📦 Team Rocket Set Context

This Mankey is part of the Team Rocket expansion , released as part of the Base series in 2000.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Sumiyoshi Kizuki, 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.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Mankey card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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

  • Common cards from Team Rocket are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Sumiyoshi Kizuki resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
  • Fighting typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Mankey 61 was released in 2000 in the Team Rocket expansion. This set is part of the Base series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.

Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Sumiyoshi Kizuki. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: Team Rocket is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.

Competitive History: Fighting type Pokémon like Mankey with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.

🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building

Maximize the value and playability of your Mankey card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Fighting energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Mankey works best in Fighting type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

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