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

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.