Haunter

Haunter

Selected Masterpiece • 29/102
Market Price $1.47
Base Base 1999
The Illustrator

Keiji Kinebuchi

Keiji Kinebuchi is credited on Pokémon Trading Card Game cards from 1999 to 2018, with artwork appearing across Base, Gym, and XY-era releases. The work is marked by simple, clear compositions, playful cartoon-inflected forms, and vibrant yet often limited palettes.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Haunter, a ghostly figure, floating in a dimly lit space, its purple hue contrasting with the shadows around it. With its mischievous grin and outstretched hands, it exudes a playful yet eerie presence, inviting intrigue and perhaps a touch of unease. The atmosphere feels charged, as if Haunter is on the brink of casting a spell or weaving a dream. This snapshot captures a moment of supernatural allure, drawing viewers into its mysterious world.”

Editorial & Data

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Rarity Uncommon
Card Type Psychic
Set Base
Era
Base
Release
09/01/1999

Hypnosis

The Defending Pokémon is now Asleep.

Dream Eater

50

You can't use this attack unless the Defending Pokémon is Asleep.

Resistance
-30
Retreat Cost