The 2000 Pokémon Base Set 2 Haunter card (No. 43), an Uncommon Psychic-type Stage 1 Pokémon with distinct attack mechanics.
Haunter
2000 • Pokémon • Base Set 2
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Released in 2000, the Pokémon Base Set 2 Haunter card (number 43) is a notable entry for collectors of the original Trading Card Game era. This Uncommon card features Haunter, the Stage 1 evolution of Gastly, and is classified as a Psychic-type Pokémon. Designed by Keiji Kinebuchi, the card carries the set code B2 and holds Pokédex number 93. It boasts 60 HP and a retreat cost of 1, making it a functional piece for gameplay enthusiasts. The card’s abilities include Psychic Hypnosis, which puts the Defending Pokémon to Sleep, and Dream Eater, a powerful 50-damage attack that can only be used if the opponent is asleep. This strategic interplay between status effects and damage output defines the card's identity. For collectors, the Base Set 2 release offers a streamlined reprint experience of early Pokémon cards, preserving the classic design elements of the year 2000. Haunter remains a favorite among fans of the Ghost/Psychic typing, and this card number is a key component for those completing the Base Set 2 collection. Whether you are building a nostalgic display or seeking to complete your set, this card represents a tangible piece of Pokémon history.
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Card Details
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Haunter
Game
Pokémon
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Uncommon
Keiji Kinebuchi
Card Stock
English
60
Psychic
Stage 1
Gastly
Fighting -30
1
93
Card Text
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Attack: Hypnosis
The Defending Pokémon is now Asleep.
Attack: Dream Eater (50)
You can't use this attack unless the Defending Pokémon is Asleep.
Because of its ability to slip through block walls, it is said to be from another dimension.