The 2006 Pokémon Crystal Guardians Manectric #8 Holo Rare card is a Lightning-type Stage 1 Pokémon with 80 HP, featuring the Strong Current attack for bench damage.
Manectric
2006 • Pokémon • Crystal Guardians
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Designed by Hisao Nakamura, the card captures the electric nature of the Stage 1 evolution from Electrike. With 80 HP, Manectric serves as a reliable defensive presence while offering offensive utility through its unique attack options. In gameplay, Manectric provides strategic flexibility with two distinct moves. The Kick Away attack allows a player to force an opponent to switch their Defending Pokémon with one from their Bench, disrupting their setup. Alternatively, the Strong Current attack deals 50 damage and, if a Pokémon Tool card is attached to Manectric, inflicts 20 damage to each of the opponent's Benched Pokémon. This ability makes the card particularly valuable for clearing the board of supporting attackers. Collectors often seek out Manectric from Crystal Guardians for its nostalgic appeal and the iconic Holo Rare treatment that defined the era. The card's design and mechanics reflect the strategic depth of the Pokémon Trading Card Game during the mid-2000s. Building a complete set of Crystal Guardians requires this essential Lightning-type card, making it a key component for enthusiasts completing their collection. Whether used for nostalgic play or as a standalone piece for a themed display, this card remains a staple for fans of the Pokémon franchise.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Manectric
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Holo Rare
Hisao Nakamura
Card Stock
English
Holo
80
Lightning
Stage 1
Electrike
Fighting ×2
Metal -30
1
310
Card Text
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Attack: Kick Away (30)
Your opponent switches the Defending Pokémon with 1 of his or her Benched Pokémon, if any.
Attack: Strong Current (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.)
