Manectric
Manectric is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from Crystal Guardians (#8). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $22.10 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2006. Compare recent sold listings for the same set, number, and finish before buying.
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Who is this card for?
Manectric suits collectors working on Crystal Guardians who need the Rare Holo slot. Treat $22.10 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Manectric from Crystal Guardians?
Manectric is a Pokémon card in Crystal Guardians numbered 8. It evolves from Electrike. National Pokédex #310. This printing is from Crystal Guardians. Collector number 8 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare Holo. The set released in 2006.
What is Manectric worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $22.10 for Manectric. Low and high spread runs $23.01 to $477.80. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $22.10; Holofoil: $15.65. This printing is from Crystal Guardians. Collector number 8 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets.
| Set | Crystal Guardians |
|---|---|
| Number | 8 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $22.10 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €8.15 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $22.10 |
| Holofoil | $15.65 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Lightning |
| Evolves from | Electrike |
| Kick Away | LightningColorless 30 Your opponent switches the Defending Pokémon with 1 of his or her Benched Pokémon, if any. |
| Strong Current | LightningLightningColorless 50 If Manectric has a Pokémon Tool card attached to it, this attack does 20 damage to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon-ex. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) |
| Weakness | Fighting ×2 |
How collectible is Manectric?
Manectric is listed as Rare Holo in Crystal Guardians. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. This printing is from Crystal Guardians. Collector number 8 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare Holo.
What are the key details for Manectric?
Catalog fields: set Crystal Guardians, rarity Rare Holo. Illustrated by Hisao Nakamura. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. This printing is from Crystal Guardians. Collector number 8 distinguishes this printing from same-name cards in other sets. Catalogued rarity: Rare Holo.
Cactaur's take
Manectric (#8) is a chase-tier Rare Holo printing in Crystal Guardians. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Manectric is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in Crystal Guardians, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $22.10 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $22.10; Holofoil: $15.65).
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $22.10 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Manectric worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $22.10 for ungraded Manectric from Crystal Guardians. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo.
What set is Manectric from?
Manectric is listed in Crystal Guardians (EX) as card #8. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets. This printing is from Crystal Guardians.
How rare is Manectric?
Our catalog lists Manectric as Rare Holo in Crystal Guardians. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Manectric good for collectors or players?
Manectric includes gameplay stats in Crystal Guardians. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. This printing is from Crystal Guardians.
Should I grade Manectric?
Grading only makes sense when Manectric appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $22.10, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Manectric?
Finish variants of Manectric carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $22.10; Holofoil: $15.65 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.