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  • Collector’s Guide: Dark Hypno (Team Rocket #9)

    Collector’s Guide: Dark Hypno (Team Rocket #9)

    Collector’s Guide: Dark Hypno (Team Rocket #9)

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    Quick Facts

    Dark Hypno is a Stage 1 Psychic-type Pokémon from the Team Rocket set, card number 9. It has 60 HP and is illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno. This card is classified as a Rare Holo and features two attacks: Psypunch, dealing 20 damage, and Bench Manipulation, which can deal variable damage based on coin flips relative to the opponent’s Bench size. The card evolves from Drowzee and has a retreat cost of 2. It carries a Psychic weakness (×2) and no resistances. The card’s flavor text notes that Dark Hypno “carries a pendulum with it always” and “sometimes appears near less-traveled roads and schools at dusk.” The legality of this card is unknown.

    Key Printings

    • Set: Team Rocket (base5)
    • Card Number: 9
    • Rarity: Rare Holo
    • Illustrator: Kagemaru Himeno
    • HP: 60
    • Stage: Stage 1 (evolves from Drowzee)
    • Type: Psychic
    • Attacks:
    • Psypunch (20 damage, Psychic energy)
    • Bench Manipulation (20× damage, Psychic, Psychic, Colorless energy; damage depends on number of tails flipped by opponent)

    Variants & Identifiers

    This exact printing has no known print variants. It is identified by the set code “base5-9” and the Team Rocket set symbol. The card does not have a regulation mark, and its legality status is unknown.

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the holofoil surface and maintain card condition, store Dark Hypno in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card, and consider using a top loader or binder for added protection. Proper storage will help maintain its value and visual appeal.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Team Rocket (base5): This set introduced Dark Pokémon cards, including Dark Hypno, featuring darker artwork and unique attacks. Dark Hypno stands out with its Psychic-type attacks and thematic flavor text, fitting the set’s darker tone.
    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Team Rocket 9 Rare Holo 60 Kagemaru Himeno

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    Dark Hypno (Team Rocket) #9

  • Collector’s Guide: Dark Hypno (Team Rocket #26)

    Collector’s Guide: Dark Hypno (Team Rocket #26)

    Collector’s Guide: Dark Hypno (Team Rocket #26)

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    Quick Facts

    Dark Hypno is a Stage 1 Psychic-type Pokémon card from the Team Rocket expansion of the Base series. It has 60 HP and features two attacks: Psypunch, dealing 20 damage for one Psychic energy, and Bench Manipulation, which can deal variable damage based on coin flips relative to the opponent’s Bench size. The card is illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno and is classified as Rare. It has a retreat cost of two and a Psychic-type weakness (×2). Notably, it carries flavor text describing its pendulum and typical appearances near less-traveled roads and schools at dusk.

    Key Printings

    • Set: Team Rocket (Base series)
    • Card Number: 26
    • Rarity: Rare
    • Illustrator: Kagemaru Himeno
    • HP: 60
    • Type: Psychic
    • Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Drowzee)
    • Legality: unknown

    Variants & Identifiers

    This exact printing does not have any known print variants. It is identified by its set code “base5-26” and the Team Rocket logo. The card is part of the original Team Rocket expansion, distinguished by its dark-themed artwork and the “Dark” prefix in the Pokémon’s name.

    Care & Storage Tips

    To preserve the condition and value of this Dark Hypno card:
    – Store in a protective sleeve and rigid top-loader.
    – Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading of the artwork.
    – Maintain in a cool, dry environment to avoid warping or moisture damage.
    – Handle with clean hands to prevent oils and dirt from degrading the card surface.

    Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

    • Team Rocket (Base series): Introduced Dark Pokémon, including Dark Hypno, featuring darker artwork and unique mechanics. This set is notable for its thematic focus on the villainous Team Rocket and introduced new gameplay elements that expanded the Base series.
    set_name release_date number rarity hp illustrator
    Team Rocket 26 Rare 60 Kagemaru Himeno

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    Dark Hypno (Team Rocket) #26