Banette EX 229/198

Banette EX 229/198 comes from the Scarlet and Violet Base Set, the release that opened the Scarlet and Violet era and set the tone for the cards that followed. Banette is the marionette Pokemon known for its zippered mouth and eerie design, which gives it a place among the more characterful Pokemon to feature on an ex card.

This is a Pokemon ex, the central mechanic of the Scarlet and Violet era, bringing higher health and strong attacks. Listed as an Ultra Rare, the card number 229/198 sits above the set total, which marks it as a card numbered beyond the main set list. Cards numbered past the base set are produced in smaller selections, so Banette ex is a card collectors search for when completing a full Scarlet and Violet Base Set, including the extra cards. Its distinctive look gives this ex a clear identity within a base set collection.

Condition and authenticity

This card meets Monster Mart's Mint condition standard:

• Corners: No visible fraying or whitening
• Edges: Smooth and clean, no silvering
• Surface: Free of scratches, dents, creases or smudges
• Centering: Within 60/40 front limit

Every card is authenticated and thoroughly inspected by Monster Mart, and ships tracked from Brisbane in protective sleeves and rigid holders.