Haunter (Evolutions 48) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Haunter from the Evolutions set is an Uncommon card numbered 48 with 70 HP. This ghostly Pokémon features the intriguing attack Dream Eater. Its design captures the eerie essence of Haunter, making it a notable addition to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Gastly)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Darkness (×2)
• Resistance: Fighting (-20)
• Attacks:
• Hypnosis (Psychic): Puts opponent’s Active Pokémon to Sleep
• Dream Eater (Psychic + Colorless): Deals 80 damage only if opponent’s Active Pokémon is Asleep
• Flavor Text: “If you get the feeling of being watched in darkness when nobody is around, Haunter is there.”
• Illustrator: Keiji Kinebuchi
• Card Number: 48/108 (Evolutions set)
• Image URL: /images/xy12/xy12-48.jpg

Key Printings

This exact printing of Haunter appears in the XY series set “Evolutions” (set code xy12). It is an Uncommon card numbered 48 in the set. The card features classic artwork by Keiji Kinebuchi, capturing Haunter’s ghostly essence.

Variants & Identifiers

No known print variants exist for this card. Identifiers include its set code (xy12), card number (48), and rarity (Uncommon). The card’s Psychic type, Stage 1 subtype, and unique attacks Hypnosis and Dream Eater help distinguish it from other Haunter printings.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its attacks focus on status effects and conditional damage, making it a tactical choice in casual play but limited in competitive formats.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially the illustrated area by Keiji Kinebuchi. Keeping it in a rigid top-loader or binder with acid-free pages is recommended for long-term care.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Evolutions (xy12): This set revives classic Pokémon with updated mechanics and nostalgic artwork. Haunter 48/108 fits seamlessly into this theme, combining vintage flavor text with modern gameplay elements.