Neo Discovery·#60·2000
Omanyte, the Spiral Pokémon, is an iconic Water/Rock type from Generation I, recognized for its ancient origins and distinctive shell, a true cultural touchstone in the Pokémon universe. This specific card, a 1st Edition Omanyte from the 2000 Neo Discovery set, stands out not only as a rare variant but also for its unique claymation artwork and strategic Pokémon Power. Here, visitors will discover Omanyte's fascinating Pokédex lore, detailed mechanics including its attacks and energy costs, weakness, and the rich history of this particular edition.
Read more ↓Omanyte, the Spiral Pokémon, is a Water/Rock type introduced in Generation I. It is one of the ancient Pokémon resurrected from a Helix Fossil, alongside its counterpart Kabuto. Its distinctive spiral shell and tentacled body make it instantly recognizable. Omanyte is a prehistoric creature that inhabited ancient seas, using its tentacles to capture prey. Its diet likely consisted of plankton and small marine organisms. In the wild, Omanyte would have lived in large colonies on the seabed, moving slowly using its tentacles or by expelling water from its siphon. It evolves into Omastar when it reaches a certain level. In the Pokémon games, Omanyte is often a choice given to players when they revive a Helix Fossil, representing a classic dilemma between it and Kabuto. Its unique type combination gives it both advantages and disadvantages in battle, being strong against Fire, Ground, and Rock types, but vulnerable to Grass and Electric attacks. Omanyte also gained significant cultural recognition through the "Lord Helix" meme, where fans humorously deified the Helix Fossil in the Twitch Plays Pokémon event, elevating Omanyte to a status far beyond its in-game power. This meme has cemented Omanyte's place in Pokémon fan culture as a beloved, if unconventional, icon.
Last updated: April 11, 2026
