Base was released in 1999. Series classification for this set is Base.
The checklist contains 102 cards, placing it in a mid-size expansion range. As of 2026, the set is 27 years old and fits a legacy-era profile.
In the Base checklist, Defender occupies position #80 as a Uncommon card.
Defender is a Base card from the 1999 release window. Core profile: Its card type is Trainer.
The rarity label is Uncommon. Printed card effect: Attach Defender to 1 of your Pokémon.
At the end of your opponent's next turn, discard Defender. Damage done to that Pokémon by attacks is reduced by 20 (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
No explicit attack names are available in the loaded card metadata. Uncommon-tier prints usually balance accessibility with moderate collector demand.
Current market pricing for Defender (Base) sits near $1.59. Its 7-day movement is largely flat at -0.6%.
It now sits 13.2% above its 30-day average of $1.40. In the past 90 days, observed prices ranged from $1.17 to $4.25 (194% spread), a high-volatility profile.
This version is categorized as Uncommon.
A wider Defender checklist helps contextualize this specific Defender print. Comparable entries in this snapshot: 2 cards, 2 distinct sets.
In this sample, pricing ranges between $0.28 and $0.43 (54% total span). Relative to the alternative average ($0.35), this card is +348%.
Notable alternatives include Defender #72 (HS—Undaunted) at $0.28 and Defender #109 (Base Set 2) at $0.43.
Pricing context for collectors: Over the last 7 days, prices have remained stable at -0.6%, indicating a consolidation phase over sudden breakouts. With a 194% 90-day spread ($1.17-$4.25), this card currently tracks as high-volatility.
Current value is 13.2% above its 30-day reference ($1.40). Top-grade copies show substantial separation from raw: PSA 10 is pricing +25240% above the current raw benchmark.
PSA 9 is currently around $86.15, while PSA 10 is $402.90.
