The 2009 Pokémon Platinum Base Set Banette Reverse Holo card (#19). A Rare Psychic-type Stage 1 Pokémon featuring the Temper Tantrum ability and versatile attacks.
Banette
2009 • Pokémon • Platinum
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Description
Designed by Tomokazu Komiya, this Reverse Holo variant offers collectors a distinct shiny finish that sets it apart from the standard print runs within the Platinum expansion. With 90 HP, Banette serves as a strategic piece for players looking to build around Psychic-type strategies or complete their Platinum set collections. In the Pokémon Trading Card Game, this card is defined by its unique ability and versatile attack options. The Temper Tantrum ability allows players to discard cards from their hand to place damage counters directly onto Banette, a mechanic that can be leveraged for specific board states. Its attacks, Psychic Darkness Switch and PsychicColorless Loneliness, provide dynamic gameplay potential. Psychic Darkness Switch lets players swap damage counters with the opposing Pokémon by discarding an Energy card, while PsychicColorless Loneliness increases damage output based on the contents of the player's hand. These mechanics make Banette a flexible choice for deck building and tactical play. For collectors, the Reverse Holo treatment adds visual appeal and rarity to this 2009 release. The Platinum set remains a notable part of the Pokémon TCG history, and Banette #19 is a sought-after card for those completing the set or focusing on Ghost-type Pokémon. Whether you are a seasoned player or a new collector, this card offers both nostalgic value and engaging gameplay. The card's retreat cost of one colorless Energy also adds to its accessibility and ease of use in various deck archetypes.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Banette
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Tomokazu Komiya
Card Stock
English
Reverse Holo
90
Psychic
Stage 1
Shuppet
Darkness +20
Colorless -20
1
354
Card Text
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Ability: Temper Tantrum
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may discard as many cards as you like from your hand. If you do, put that many damage counters on Banette. This power can't be used if Banette is affected by a Special Condition.
Attack: Darkness Switch
Discard an Energy card attached to Banette, and then switch all damage counters on Banette with those on the Defending Pokémon. (If an effect of this attack is prevented, this attack does nothing.)
Attack: Loneliness (30+)
You may show your hand to your opponent. If you do and if you don't have any Pokémon in your hand, this attack does 30 damage plus 30 more damage.
