Gastly (Base Set 2 #75) Collector’s Guide

Quick Facts

Gastly from Base Set 2 is a Basic Psychic-type Pokémon card with 30 HP. It features two attacks: Sleeping Gas, which may put the opponent’s Pokémon to sleep on a coin flip, and Destiny Bond, which requires discarding a Psychic Energy to potentially knock out an opponent’s Pokémon that knocks out Gastly next turn. This card has a Fighting resistance (-30) and no retreat cost. The flavor text highlights Gastly’s gaseous, almost invisible nature that silently induces sleep.

Key Printings

• Set: Base Set 2
• Card Number: 75
• Rarity: Common
• Illustrator: Keiji Kinebuchi
• HP: 30
• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Basic

Variants & Identifiers

This exact printing has no known print variants. It is identified by the set code “base4” and card number 75. The card’s market reference query is “Gastly Base Set 2 75.” The regulation mark and release date are unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition of this card:
– Store in a protective sleeve and a rigid top-loader or binder.
– Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture to prevent fading and warping.
– Handle with clean hands to avoid oils and dirt.
– Avoid bending or scratching the card surface.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Base Set 2: This set reprints classic Base Set cards with updated artwork and card numbering. Gastly #75 maintains its original Psychic-type traits and simple but strategic attacks, making it a nostalgic and accessible card for collectors and casual players alike.

Legality: unknown