Chansey – Ruby & Sapphire (#96)

Price Overview & Key Facts
Chansey (#96) is a Rare Holo Ex card from EX - Ruby & Sapphire released in 2003. It showcases artwork by Ryo Ueda and the Healing Egg attack, Remove 2 damage counters (1 if there is only 1) from each of your Pokémon. Remove no damage counters from Chansey ex.. TCGplayer market price sits around $45.06, Cardmarket average sale is €14.66, Floor listings start near €2.99.
- TCGplayer market price: $45.06
- Cardmarket trend price: €15.02
- Recent low listing: €2.99
Card Details
- Set
- Ruby & Sapphire
- Card Number
- 96
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo Ex
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ryo Ueda
- HP
- 120
- Type
- ⭐ Colorless
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 3 (Colorless, Colorless, Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Blissey
Attacks & Strategy
-
Healing Egg
[Colorless, Colorless]
Remove 2 damage counters (1 if there is only 1) from each of your Pokémon. Remove no damage counters from Chansey ex. -
Double-edge
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 80
Chansey ex does 60 damage to itself.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Chansey from Ruby & Sapphire (Rare Holo Ex) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2003, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ryo Ueda.
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 Chansey 96 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Chansey's Healing Egg for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Remove 2 damage counters (1 if there is only 1) from each of your Pokémon. Remove no damage counters...
Stats Overview: 120 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Fighting ×2
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 |
---|---|---|---|---|
Ruby & Sapphire #96 ← Current | 120 | 2 attacks | Rare Holo Ex | $45.06 |
�📦 Ruby & Sapphire Set Context
This Chansey is part of the Ruby & Sapphire expansion , released as part of the EX series in 2003.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ryo Ueda, 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 Chansey 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 Ex cards from Ruby & Sapphire are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ryo Ueda resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Colorless typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Chansey 96 was released in 2003 in the Ruby & Sapphire 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 Ryo Ueda. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Ruby & Sapphire is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Colorless type Pokémon like Chansey 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 Chansey 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 Colorless energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Chansey works best in Colorless type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.