Yanma – Neo Discovery (#17)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Yanma (#17) is a Rare Holo card from Neo - Neo Discovery released in 2001. It showcases artwork by Atsuko Nishida and the Shockwave attack, Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 damage to each of your opponent's Pokémon. Don't apply Weakness and Resistance. Then, if your opponent has any Benched Pokémon, he or she chooses 1 of them and switches it with the Defending Pokémon.. Cardmarket average sale is €12.19, Floor listings start near €3.99.
- Cardmarket trend price: €13.29
- Recent low listing: €3.99
Card Details
- Set
- Neo Discovery
- Card Number
- 17
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Atsuko Nishida
- HP
- 60
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -30
- Evolves To
- Yanmega
Attacks & Strategy
-
Shockwave
[Grass]
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 damage to each of your opponent's Pokémon. Don't apply Weakness and Resistance. Then, if your opponent has any Benched Pokémon, he or she chooses 1 of them and switches it with the Defending Pokémon. -
Swift
[Grass, Grass, Grass]
— 30
This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness, Resistance, Pokémon Powers, or any other effects on the Defending Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Yanma from Neo Discovery (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2001, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Atsuko Nishida.
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 Yanma 17 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Yanma's Shockwave for Grass energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 damage to each of your opponent's Pokémon. Don't apply We...
Stats Overview: 60 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -30
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Yanma Cards
Looking for other Yanma cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Neo Discovery #17 ← Current | 60 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo | N/A |
�📦 Neo Discovery Set Context
This Yanma is part of the Neo Discovery expansion , released as part of the Neo series in 2001.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Atsuko Nishida, 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 Yanma 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 Holo cards from Neo Discovery are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Atsuko Nishida resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Yanma 17 was released in 2001 in the Neo Discovery expansion. This set is part of the Neo series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Atsuko Nishida. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Neo Discovery is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Yanma 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 Yanma 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 Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Yanma works best in Grass type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.