Banette – Secret Wonders (#23)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Banette (#23) is a Rare card from Diamond & Pearl - Secret Wonders released in 2007. It showcases artwork by Kouki Saitou and the Ghost Head attack, Put as many damage counters as you like on Banette. (You can't put more than Banette's remaining HP.) Put that many damage counters on the Defending Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $1.73, Cardmarket average sale is €0.96, Floor listings start near €0.12.
- TCGplayer market price: $1.73
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.70
- Recent low listing: €0.12
Card Details
- Set
- Secret Wonders
- Card Number
- 23
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kouki Saitou
- HP
- 80
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Darkness +20
- Resistances
- Colorless -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Ghost Head
Put as many damage counters as you like on Banette. (You can't put more than Banette's remaining HP.) Put that many damage counters on the Defending Pokémon.
💡 Zero-energy cost provides exceptional value and flexibility in deck building. -
Spiteful Pain
[Psychic, Psychic]
— 40+
If Banette is in your discard pile, this attack does 40 damage plus 40 more damage, then search your discard pile for Banette, show it to your opponent, and shuffle it into your deck.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Banette from Secret Wonders (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2007, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kouki Saitou.
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 23 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Banette's Ghost Head . Special effect: Put as many damage counters as you like on Banette. (You can't put more than Banette's remaining HP....
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Darkness +20 • Resistant to Colorless -20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Secret Wonders #23 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Rare | $1.73 |
�📦 Secret Wonders Set Context
This Banette is part of the Secret Wonders expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2007.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kouki Saitou, 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 Secret Wonders are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kouki Saitou 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 23 was released in 2007 in the Secret Wonders expansion. This set is part of the Diamond & Pearl series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kouki Saitou. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Secret Wonders 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 with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. 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.