Haunter 42/99
Set: Arceus
Released: Nov 4, 2009
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About Haunter
It likes to lurk in the dark and tap shoulders with a gaseous hand. Its touch causes endless shuddering.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #93
- Card Number 42/99
- Card RarityUncommon
- IllustratorMitsuhiro Arita
- Release Date04/11/2009
- SeriesPlatinum
- Expansion Arceus
- Evolves From
- Evolves To
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraVintage
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionKanto
- Generation Generation 1
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Psychic - Health Points80 HP
- Weakness
Darkness +20 - Resistance
Colorless -20 - Retreat Cost
Colorless ×1
Attacks
- Psyshot20

- Shadow Bind30


The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Haunter menacingly clutching a wooden beam with clawed hands, its jagged grin shining amid a stormy sky crackling with lightning, evoking an eerie, ominous atmosphere.
Playability Overview
Haunter’s ability to prevent opponent retreating while dealing moderate damage supports a trapping strategy, enabling you to control the pace and target vulnerable Pokémon over multiple turns.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Haunting ShadowsThis Haunter card exudes a spooky vibe with its shadowy colors and menacing grin. It deserves a spot on a "Ghostly Encounters" page, especially paired with other ghost types like Gengar and Mismagius. The dark, eerie atmosphere is perfect for a nighttime theme, so keep it away from bright or cheerful cards.Additional Binder Suggestions: Haunted House / Eerie / Dark Purple / Ghostly Presence / Spooky Vibes





































