Dragon entered circulation in 2003. It belongs to the EX series.
The checklist contains 100 cards, placing it in a mid-size expansion range. As of 2026, the set is 23 years old and fits a legacy-era profile.
In the Dragon checklist, Buffer Piece occupies position #83 as a Uncommon card.
In 2003, Dragon introduced this print of Buffer Piece. Its card type is Trainer.
The rarity label is Uncommon. This gives collectors a clear identity footprint for the print.
It carries a Pokémon Tool subtype designation. The card text reads: Attach Buffer Piece to 1 of your Pokémon that doesn't already have a Pokémon Tool attached to it.
If that Pokémon is Knocked Out, discard this card. Damage done to the Pokémon Buffer Piece is attached to by an opponent's attack is reduced by 20 (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
Current market pricing for Buffer Piece (Dragon) sits near $0.49. Its 7-day movement is largely flat at 0.0%.
Current pricing is broadly aligned with its 30-day average ($0.48). In the past 90 days, observed prices ranged from $0.46 to $0.49 (6% spread), a low-volatility profile.
Rarity classification for this copy is Uncommon.
Other Buffer printings create a useful comparison set for Buffer Piece. The current sample spans 2 comparable cards from 2 sets.
In this sample, pricing ranges between $0.23 and $0.25 (9% total span). Relative to the alternative average ($0.24), this card is +104%.
Notable alternatives include Buffer Piece #84 (Arceus) at $0.23 and Buffer Piece #72 (Dragon Frontiers) at $0.25.
Pricing context for collectors: Weekly drift is minimal (0.0%), indicating a relatively balanced short-term market. With a 6% 90-day spread ($0.46-$0.49), this card currently tracks as low-volatility.
Relative to the 30-day baseline ($0.48), pricing is near equilibrium. This sample does not include a stable graded benchmark, which means active listings remain the best condition-adjusted reference.
