Omanyte

Omanyte

Selected Masterpiece • 41/144
Artist Yukiko Baba
Market Price $8.16
Skyridge E-Card 2003
The Illustrator

Yukiko Baba

Yukiko Baba (馬場由起子) is credited on Pokémon Trading Card Game cards from 2001 to 2025. Artwork appears across sets including Aquapolis, Skyridge, and Fusion Strike, with a cartoonish, playful approach, clear compositions, and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Omanyte card captures a serene moment within a rocky cave, where the small Pokémon peeks out from its shell, revealing its curious eyes. The soft blue waters and earthy tones create a calm atmosphere, suggesting a hidden world beneath the surface. Omanyte seems to embody a sense of wonder, as if it is contemplating its next adventure in the depths of its aquatic home. This snapshot invites the viewer to appreciate the tranquility of nature and the charm of this ancient creature.”

Editorial & Data

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Rarity Uncommon
Card Type Water
Era
E-Card
Release
12/05/2003

Water of Evolution

Put an Omastar from your hand onto Omanyte. This counts as evolving Omanyte.

Drag Off

20

Before doing damage, you may choose 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon and switch it with the Defending Pokémon.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost