Manaphy 34 / 135 Pokemon Card from Plasma Storm Set
Manaphy is a Basic Water-type Pokémon with 70 HP. It is part of the Plasma Storm set from the Black & White series, illustrated by Naoki Saito. The flavor…
Set: Plasma Storm
Number: 34/135
Rarity: Rare Holo
Set
About the Manaphy Pokémon Card
Manaphy is a Water-type Pokémon card with 70 HP from the Plasma Storm set, part of the Black & White series. It carries the collector number 34/135 and is classified as Rare Holo. The Plasma Storm set was released on February 6, 2013.
The card includes the flavor text: “It is born with a wondrous power that lets it bond with any kind of Pokémon.”.
Manaphy Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Manaphy
Card number: 34/135
Set: Plasma Storm
Series: Black & White
Rarity: Rare Holo
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Water
HP: 70
Artist: Naoki Saito
Release date: February 6, 2013
National Pokédex number: 490
Why Collect the Manaphy Pokémon Card?
Manaphy is a solid addition to the Plasma Storm set, and clean, well-centred copies are the most desirable to collectors who grade their cards.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Manaphy Pokémon Card
Manaphy was illustrated by Naoki Saito.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Manaphy Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Manaphy is about $3.75. Recent listings range from roughly
.50 (low) to $81.30 (high), with a mid-point near $4.12. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.
For context, the Plasma Storm set has a median card value near $3.01 and an average near 6.81, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -5% over the last 7 days and -36% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Plasma Storm set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Manaphy Pokémon Card
Whether Manaphy is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.
Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.
How Rare Is the Manaphy Pokémon Card?
Rare Holo cards like Manaphy are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Other Printings of Manaphy
Manaphy appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include XY Black Star Promos XY113 (around $43.14), Diamond & Pearl 9 (around
7.84) and HS—Unleashed 3 (around
0.70).
These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.
Final Thoughts on the Manaphy Pokémon Card
The Manaphy pokémon card is a Rare Holo card from the Plasma Storm set (Black & White series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Plasma Storm set. Its current aggregated market price is about $3.75; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Manaphy card from?
Manaphy is from the Plasma Storm set (Black & White series), numbered 34/135 with the Rare Holo rarity.
What rarity is the Manaphy card?
Manaphy is classified as Rare Holo.
How much is the Manaphy 34/135 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $3.75, within a recent range of roughly
.50 to $81.30. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Manaphy card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
How rare is the Manaphy card?
Rare Holo cards like Manaphy are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Plasma Storm set released?
The Plasma Storm set was released on February 6, 2013.
Are there other printings of Manaphy?
Yes. Manaphy appears on 18 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
