Neo Discovery Yanma #17, a 2001 Pokémon TCG Holo Rare card designed by Atsuko Nishida. This Grass-type collector's item features Swift and Grass Shockwave abilities.
Yanma
2001 • Pokémon • Neo Discovery
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Description
Yanma card #17 from the 2001 Neo Discovery set represents a foundational piece of early Pokémon TCG history. As a Holo Rare in the Neo Discovery expansion, this Grass-type card offers collectors a tangible link to the franchise's second generation of sets. Designed by Atsuko Nishida, the card features the Pokémon's signature abilities: Swift, which bypasses defensive modifiers, and Grass Shockwave, a coin-flip attack that damages all opposing Pokémon on the bench. For investors and completists, this card number is a standard component of the Neo Discovery checklist, making it essential for those aiming to build a complete collection of the series. The Holo Rare treatment provides a distinct visual appeal that distinguishes it from the set's common and uncommon cards, adding value for enthusiasts who appreciate the era's design aesthetics. Whether you are looking to complete your Neo Discovery set or add a classic Grass-type to your display, this Yanma card remains a recognizable and sought-after item among Pokémon TCG collectors. Its enduring presence in the market highlights the lasting appeal of the Neo era's artwork and mechanics.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Yanma
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Holo Rare
Atsuko Nishida
Card Stock
English
Holo
60
Grass
Basic
Fire ×2
Fighting -30
193
Card Text
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Attack: Shockwave
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 damage to each of your opponent's Pokémon. Don't apply Weakness and Resistance. Then, if your opponent has any Benched Pokémon, he or she chooses 1 of them and switches it with the Defending Pokémon.
Attack: Swift (30)
This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness, Resistance, Pokémon Powers, or any other effects on the Defending Pokémon.
If it flaps its wings really fast, it can generate shock waves that will shatter windows in the area.
