Gastly (Legendary Collection 76) – Collector’s Guide

Quick Facts

Gastly from the Legendary Collection (#76) is a Basic Psychic-type Pokémon card with 50 HP. It features two attacks: Lick, which deals 10 damage and may paralyze the opponent, and Energy Conversion, allowing retrieval of up to 2 Energy cards from the discard pile at the cost of Gastly dealing 10 damage to itself. This card has a Fighting resistance (-30) and no retreat cost. Illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita, it is classified as a Common rarity card.

Key Printings

• Set: Legendary Collection (set code: base6)
• Card Number: 76
• Rarity: Common
• HP: 50
• Illustrator: Mitsuhiro Arita
• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Basic

Variants & Identifiers

This exact printing has no known print variants. It is identified by the set code “base6” and card number “76”. The card is part of the “other” series category and does not have a regulation mark. The legality status is unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

To maintain the card’s condition and value:
– Store in a protective sleeve and rigid top-loader.
– Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture to prevent fading and warping.
– Handle with clean hands to avoid oils and dirt.
– Store in a cool, dry place to preserve the card stock and ink.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Legendary Collection: This set reprints classic cards with updated artwork and foiling effects. Gastly #76 is a faithful reprint of the original Basic Psychic-type Gastly, notable for its nostalgic value and iconic illustration by Mitsuhiro Arita.

Legality: unknown