Banette – Vivid Voltage (#68)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Banette (#68) is a Rare card from Sword & Shield - Vivid Voltage released in 2020. It showcases artwork by kodama and the Spooky Shot attack (40 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.29, Cardmarket average sale is €0.23, Floor listings start near €0.02. Market price has declined 5.3% versus the 30-day average.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.29
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.34
- 30-day Cardmarket average: €0.24
- Recent low listing: €0.02
- Market price has declined 5.3% versus the 30-day average.
Card Details
- Set
- Vivid Voltage
- Card Number
- 68
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 kodama
- HP
- 90
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation D ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Darkness ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
-
Curse of Devolution
When you play this Pokémon from your hand to evolve 1 of your Pokémon during your turn, you may devolve 1 of your opponent's Benched evolved Pokémon by putting the highest Stage Evolution card on it into your opponent's hand.
Attacks & Strategy
- Spooky Shot [Psychic, Colorless] — 40
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Banette from Vivid Voltage (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2020, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator kodama.
Market Trends: Market price has declined 5.3% versus the 30-day average.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Banette 68 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark D, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Banette's Spooky Shot deals 40 damage for Psychic + Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 90 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Darkness ×2 • Resistant to Fighting -30
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vivid Voltage #68 ← Current | 90 | 1 attack | Rare | $0.29 |
�📦 Vivid Voltage Set Context
This Banette is part of the Vivid Voltage expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2020.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by kodama, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Banette card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Rare cards from Vivid Voltage are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by kodama resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
💰 Market Pricing
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Banette 68 was released in 2020 in the Vivid Voltage expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by kodama. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Vivid Voltage represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Banette have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Banette card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Psychic energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Banette works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.