Manaphy
Manaphy is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from POP Series 9 (#2). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $6.38 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2009. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Manaphy suits collectors working on POP Series 9 who need the Rare slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Manaphy from POP Series 9?
Manaphy is a Pokémon card in POP Series 9 numbered 2. It is born with a wondrous power that lets it bond with any kind of Pokémon. National Pokédex #490. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Manaphy worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $6.38 for Manaphy. Low and high spread runs $10.00 to $148.18. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | POP Series 9 |
|---|---|
| Number | 2 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $6.38 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €6.59 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Water |
| Dive | Water Look at the top 7 cards of your deck, choose 1 of them, and put it into your hand. Put the other cards back on top of your deck. Shuffle your deck afterward. |
| Water Glow | Water Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 20 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) Remove from Manaphy the number of damage counters equal to the damage you did to that Pokémon. |
| Weakness | Lightning +20 |
How collectible is Manaphy?
Manaphy is listed as Rare in POP Series 9. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Manaphy?
Catalog fields: set POP Series 9, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Masakazu Fukuda. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Manaphy from POP Series 9 should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Manaphy is catalogued as Rare printing in POP Series 9, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $6.38.
- Illustrator Masakazu Fukuda has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $6.38 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Manaphy worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $6.38 for ungraded Manaphy from POP Series 9. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Manaphy from?
Manaphy is listed in POP Series 9 (POP) as card #2. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Manaphy?
Our catalog lists Manaphy as Rare in POP Series 9. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Manaphy good for collectors or players?
Manaphy includes gameplay stats in POP Series 9. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.