Haunter – HS—Triumphant (#35)

Haunter Pokémon card — HS—Triumphant #35, Uncommon
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: HS—Triumphant expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Haunter (#35) is an Uncommon card from HeartGold & SoulSilver - HS—Triumphant released in 2010. It showcases artwork by Takashi Yamaguchi and the Sneaky Placement attack, Put 2 damage counters on 1 of your opponent's Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $2.91, Cardmarket average sale is €0.81, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $2.91
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.20
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.20 (CM) $2.91 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
HS—Triumphant
Card Number
35
Rarity
✨ Uncommon
Illustrator
🎨 Takashi Yamaguchi
HP
70
Type
🔮 Psychic
Weaknesses
Darkness ×2
Resistances
Colorless -20
Evolves To
Gengar

Attacks & Strategy

  • Sneaky Placement [Psychic]
    Put 2 damage counters on 1 of your opponent's Pokémon.
  • Sleep Poison [Colorless, Colorless]
    The Defending Pokémon is now Asleep and Poisoned.
⚔️ Evolution Strategy: Consider pairing with Gengar for a complete evolution line in competitive decks.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Haunter from HS—Triumphant (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2010, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Takashi Yamaguchi.

Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.

Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.

⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability

This Haunter 35 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.

Key Attack: Haunter's Sneaky Placement for Psychic energy. Special effect: Put 2 damage counters on 1 of your opponent's Pokémon.

Stats Overview: 70 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Darkness ×2 • Resistant to Colorless -20

Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.

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Set HP Attacks Rarity Avg Price
HS—Triumphant #35 ← Current 70 2 attacks Uncommon $2.91

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�📦 HS—Triumphant Set Context

This Haunter is part of the HS—Triumphant expansion , released as part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series in 2010.

Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Takashi Yamaguchi, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Haunter card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x

Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk

💡 Should You Grade This Card?

  • Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
  • Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
  • Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
  • Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service

Collector Notes

  • Uncommon cards from HS—Triumphant are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • The illustration by Takashi Yamaguchi resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
  • Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

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📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Haunter 35 was released in 2010 in the HS—Triumphant expansion. This set is part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.

Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Takashi Yamaguchi. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →

Set Popularity: HS—Triumphant is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.

Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Haunter with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Unlimited format.

🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building

Maximize the value and playability of your Haunter card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Psychic energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Haunter works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.

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