Mantine – Dragon Frontiers (#20)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Mantine (#20) is a Rare card from EX - Dragon Frontiers released in 2006. It showcases artwork by Sumiyoshi Kizuki and the Spiral Drain attack (10 damage), Remove 1 damage counter from Mantine.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.51, Cardmarket average sale is €1.05, Floor listings start near €0.07.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.51
- Cardmarket trend price: €1.21
- Recent low listing: €0.07
Card Details
- Set
- Dragon Frontiers
- Card Number
- 20
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Sumiyoshi Kizuki
- HP
- 50
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Weaknesses
- Lightning ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
-
Power Circulation
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may search your discard pile for a basic Energy card, show it to your opponent, and put it on top of your deck. If you do, put 1 damage counter on Mantine. This power can't be used if Mantine is affected by a Special Condition.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Spiral Drain
[Lightning]
— 10
Remove 1 damage counter from Mantine.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Mantine from Dragon Frontiers (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2006, 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 Mantine 20 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Mantine's Spiral Drain deals 10 damage for Lightning energy. Special effect: Remove 1 damage counter from Mantine.
Stats Overview: 50 HP • Lightning Type • Weak to Lightning ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon Frontiers #20 ← Current | 50 | 1 attack | Rare | $1.51 |
�📦 Dragon Frontiers Set Context
This Mantine is part of the Dragon Frontiers expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2006.
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.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Mantine 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 Dragon Frontiers 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.
- Lightning typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Mantine 20 was released in 2006 in the Dragon Frontiers expansion. This set is part of the EX 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: Dragon Frontiers 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 Mantine have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Mantine 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: Mantine works best in Lightning type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.