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

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.