Hypno (HeartGold SoulSilver 23) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Hypno from the HeartGold SoulSilver set is a rare Stage 1 Psychic-type with 90 HP. It features the Poké-Power Sleep Pendulum and the attack Psychic Shot, offering a mix of strategy and durability for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Hypno
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Drowzee)
• Type: Psychic
• HP: 90
• Rarity: Rare
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Resistance: None
• Flavor Text: Always holding a pendulum that it swings at a steady rhythm, it causes drowsiness in anyone nearby.

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the HeartGold SoulSilver set, card number 23.

Poké-Power — Sleep Pendulum

Can put the Defending Pokémon to sleep if a coin flip is successful.

Attack — Psychic Shot

Deals 30 damage to the Active Pokémon and 10 damage to one of the opponent’s Benched Pokémon.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include:
– Set code: “hgss1”
– Card number: 23
– Illustrator: Masakazu Fukuda
– Psychic type and Stage 1 subtype within the HeartGold SoulSilver series

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data. No additional tournament or play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant illustration and rare status, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card, especially since it has no known print variants that might affect its value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• HeartGold SoulSilver: Features Hypno as a rare Stage 1 Psychic-type card with a sleep-inducing Poké-Power and a versatile attack targeting both Active and Benched Pokémon. The set is known for its detailed artwork and nostalgic appeal, with this Hypno standing out for its strategic abilities and solid HP.