Banette (ex14-1) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Banette from the Crystal Guardians set is a Rare Holo card numbered 1. It features 70 HP and the ability Safeguard, complemented by the attack Night Murmurs. This card offers a distinct blend of defensive and offensive traits for strategic play.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Shuppet)
• Ability: Safeguard — Prevents all effects of attacks, including damage, from opponent’s Pokémon-ex
• Attack: Night Murmurs (30 damage) — Confuses Basic Defending Pokémon
• Weakness: Darkness ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -30
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless Energy
• Set Code: ex14
• Series: ex
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Flavor Text: None

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Crystal Guardians set, card number 1, with a rare holo finish. It is a Psychic-type Stage 1 card featuring the Safeguard Poké-Body and the Night Murmurs attack. The artwork by Kyoko Umemoto is a notable highlight.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “ex14,” card number “1,” and its rare holo foil treatment. The card’s unique ability and attack text also help distinguish it from other Banette printings.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats, according to the provided data. Its Safeguard ability offers protection specifically against Pokémon-ex, which was a significant mechanic during its era.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the holo finish and maintain condition, store the card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, and consider a top loader or binder for additional protection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Crystal Guardians (ex14): This set includes the Banette card as a rare holo with unique Psychic-type abilities and attacks. The set is known for its intriguing Pokémon-ex interactions and distinctive artwork styles. The exact release date of this set is unknown.