Mantine

Mantine

Selected Masterpiece • 64/111
Artist Ken Sugimori
Market Price $1.73
Neo Genesis Neo 2000
The Illustrator

Ken Sugimori

Ken Sugimori is credited on more than 1,100 Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2022, spanning sets such as Base, Gym Heroes, and Neo Genesis. The work favors clear, character-forward staging, playful moods, and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes with balanced, simple compositions.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Mantine gliding gracefully through the water, its broad wings creating gentle ripples in the serene ocean. The sunlight glints off the surface, illuminating the scene and highlighting the Pokémon's smooth, playful demeanor. Accompanied by a small Remoraid, Mantine appears to be enjoying a moment of freedom in its vast aquatic world. The tranquil atmosphere invites the viewer to appreciate the beauty of this underwater ballet.”

Editorial & Data

Published by Artchu Editorial. Card facts are based on structured reference data and Artchu enrichment. Visual commentary is AI-assisted and human-reviewed. Visual ranking reflects Artchu’s internal art_score methodology. Market data reflects the latest source shown on the page. Data refreshed: January 17, 2026.

Composition
Color Palette
Rarity Common
Card Type Water
Era
Neo
Release
16/12/2000

Undulate

20

Flip a coin. If heads, during your opponent's next turn, prevent all effects of attacks, including damage, done to Mantine.

Weakness
×2
Resistance
-30
Retreat Cost