Banette – Crystal Guardians (#1)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Banette (#1) is a Rare Holo card from EX - Crystal Guardians released in 2006. It showcases artwork by Kyoko Umemoto and the Night Murmurs attack (30 damage), If the Defending Pokémon is a Basic Pokémon, that Pokémon is now Confused.. TCGplayer market price sits around $5.04, Cardmarket average sale is €6.53, Floor listings start near €0.89.
- TCGplayer market price: $5.04
- Cardmarket trend price: €4.97
- Recent low listing: €0.89
Card Details
- Set
- Crystal Guardians
- Card Number
- 1
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kyoko Umemoto
- HP
- 70
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Darkness ×2
- Resistances
- Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
-
Safeguard
Prevent all effects of attacks, including damage, done to Banette by your opponent's Pokémon-ex.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Night Murmurs
[Psychic, Colorless]
— 30
If the Defending Pokémon is a Basic Pokémon, that Pokémon is now Confused.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Banette from Crystal Guardians (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2006, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kyoko Umemoto.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Banette 1 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Banette's Night Murmurs deals 30 damage for Psychic + Colorless energy. Special effect: If the Defending Pokémon is a Basic Pokémon, that Pokémon is now Confused.
Stats Overview: 70 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.
� Compare Banette Cards
Looking for other Banette cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Guardians #1 ← Current | 70 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $5.04 |
�📦 Crystal Guardians Set Context
This Banette is part of the Crystal Guardians expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2006.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kyoko Umemoto, 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 Holo cards from Crystal Guardians are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kyoko Umemoto 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.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Banette 1 was released in 2006 in the Crystal Guardians expansion. This set is part of the EX series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kyoko Umemoto. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Crystal Guardians is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Banette have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ 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.