Mantine

by Miki Tanaka illustrated 2004 Team Rocket Returns

$39.5 Latest known market value January 16, 2026

Uncommon Water

The Illustrator

Miki Tanaka

Miki Tanaka is credited on Pokémon Trading Card Game cards from 1999 to 2025, with more than 190 illustrations across series including Neo, E-Card, and Scarlet & Violet. The work is largely cartoonish and playful, with clear compositions and vibrant, pastel-leaning color.

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Editorial & Data

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Curatorial Commentary

The Mantine card captures a serene underwater moment, showcasing the Pokémon gliding gracefully through the blue depths. With its gentle expression and vibrant colors, Mantine appears to embody a sense of calm and tranquility in its aquatic environment. The surrounding coral adds a touch of life to the scene, hinting at the rich ecosystem it inhabits. This snapshot invites viewers to appreciate the peacefulness of Mantine's world.

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Catalogue plate № 45/109

Identity

PokémonMantine

TypeWater

RarityUncommon

StageBasic

Authorship

IllustratorMiki Tanaka

SetTeam Rocket Returns

Year2004

Plate №45/109