Golbat Collector’s Guide: HS Unleashed #30

Character Intro

Golbat from the HS Unleashed set is an Uncommon Stage 1 card numbered 30. It has 80 HP and features the attack Mean Look, making it a straightforward, engaging addition to HeartGold & SoulSilver–era collections.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Zubat)
• Attack: Mean Look (20 damage; prevents Defending Pokémon from retreating next turn)
• Retreat Cost: 0
• Weakness: Lightning ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -20
• Flavor Text: It can drink more than 10 ounces of blood at once. If it has too much, it gets heavy and flies clumsily.
• Card ID: hgss2-30
• Set Code: hgss2
• Series: heartgold_soulsilver
• Illustrator: kawayoo
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Key Printings

This Golbat card is exclusively printed in the HS Unleashed set as card number 30. It is classified as Uncommon and features no alternate print variants or special editions.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Golbat card. Identification relies on the set code “hgss2,” card number 30, and the unique Psychic type classification for Golbat in this set.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to available data.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vivid artwork and maintain condition, store this Golbat in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its Uncommon rarity, a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets is recommended for long-term storage.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• HS Unleashed: Golbat appears as a Psychic-type Stage 1 Pokémon with Mean Look, an attack that restricts opponent retreat options. Its moderate HP and resistance profile make it a balanced collectible within the HeartGold & SoulSilver series.