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Omanyte — Arceus Pokémon card

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OmanyteArceus #70 Pokémon Card

Arceus·#70·2009

Omanyte, the Spiral Pokémon, is a beloved Water and Rock-type from the first generation, revived from the ancient Helix Fossil and evolving into Omastar, holding significant cultural weight as a symbol of prehistoric Pokémon life. This specific card from the 2009 Arceus set, a common rarity, showcases Omanyte with tranquil artwork and straightforward yet effective game mechanics. Here, visitors can delve into Omanyte's Pokédex lore, understand its attacks like "Collect" and "Tickle" with their energy costs, and learn about its weakness, edition history, and the illustrator's unique style.

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Card Number
#70
Release Date
November 3, 2009
Language
EN
Set Code
ar

Omanyte is a Water/Rock-type Fossil Pokémon introduced in Generation I. It is revived from the Helix Fossil, a prehistoric artifact found in the Kanto region. As a shelled ammonite-like creature, Omanyte is known for its spiral shell and ten tentacles, which it uses to capture prey. Its natural habitat is believed to have been ancient seas, where it swam using jet propulsion. Omanyte is a carnivorous Pokémon, preying on plankton and other small organisms. It evolves into Omastar starting at level 40. In the games, Omanyte is one of two fossil Pokémon (the other being Kabuto) that players can choose to revive, making it a pivotal early-game decision for many trainers. Its unique typing gives it both advantages and disadvantages, being strong against Fire, Ground, and Rock types, but vulnerable to Grass and Electric attacks. Omanyte and its evolution Omastar are often depicted as symbols of ancient Pokémon life and the process of resurrection through modern science. Its distinct appearance and origin story have made it a recognizable and beloved Pokémon, representing a link to the prehistoric world within the Pokémon universe.

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