Venomoth – Unbroken Bonds (#193)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Venomoth (#193) is a Rare Ultra card from Sun & Moon - Unbroken Bonds released in 2019. It showcases artwork by 5ban Graphics and the Shinobi Mastery attack (110+ damage), If you played Koga's Trap from your hand during this turn, this attack does 90 more damage. If you played Janine from your hand during this turn, prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks from Basic Pokémon during your opponent's next turn.. TCGplayer market price sits around $3.54, Cardmarket average sale is €3.64, Floor listings start near €2.00.
- TCGplayer market price: $3.54
- Cardmarket trend price: €4.89
- Recent low listing: €2.00
Card Details
- Set
- Unbroken Bonds
- Card Number
- 193
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Ultra
- Illustrator
- 🎨 5ban Graphics
- HP
- 200
- Type
- 🌿 Grass
- Weaknesses
- Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Shinobi Mastery
[Grass, Colorless, Colorless]
— 110+
If you played Koga's Trap from your hand during this turn, this attack does 90 more damage. If you played Janine from your hand during this turn, prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks from Basic Pokémon during your opponent's next turn.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (36.7 per energy). -
Ten-Card Return-GX
[Colorless]
— 60
Shuffle your hand into your deck. Then, draw 10 cards. (You can't use more than 1 GX attack in a game.)
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (60.0 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Venomoth from Unbroken Bonds (Rare Ultra) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator 5ban Graphics.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Venomoth 193 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Venomoth's Shinobi Mastery deals 110+ damage for Grass + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: If you played Koga's Trap from your hand during this turn, this attack does 90 more damage. If you p...
Stats Overview: 200 HP • Grass Type • Weak to Fire ×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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unbroken Bonds #193 ← Current | 200 | 2 attacks | Rare Ultra | $3.54 |
�📦 Unbroken Bonds Set Context
This Venomoth is part of the Unbroken Bonds expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019. As a Rare Ultra card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by 5ban Graphics, 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 Venomoth card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ 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 Ultra cards from Unbroken Bonds are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by 5ban Graphics resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Grass typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Venomoth 193 was released in 2019 in the Unbroken Bonds expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by 5ban Graphics. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Ultra card, this Venomoth is among the premium chase cards from Unbroken Bonds. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Unbroken Bonds represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Grass type Pokémon like Venomoth with high HP make excellent tank options in competitive play, often serving as cornerstone Pokémon in control decks. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Venomoth card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Grass energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Venomoth works best in Grass type decks. With high HP, consider including healing and damage reduction cards to maximize survivability. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.