Dark Hypno
Dark Hypno is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from Team Rocket Returns (#6). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $80.96 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2004. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Dark Hypno suits collectors working on Team Rocket Returns who need the Rare Holo slot. Treat $80.96 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Dark Hypno from Team Rocket Returns?
Dark Hypno is a Pokémon card in Team Rocket Returns numbered 6. It evolves from Drowzee. National Pokédex #97. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Dark Hypno worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $80.96 for Dark Hypno. Low and high spread runs $58.99 to $78.99. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $80.96; Holofoil: $59.63; Normal: $49.49. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Team Rocket Returns |
|---|---|
| Number | 6 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $80.96 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €26.38 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $80.96 |
| Holofoil | $59.63 |
| Normal | $49.49 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Psychic, Darkness |
| Evolves from | Drowzee |
| Dark Link | Colorless Flip a coin. If heads, choose an attack on 1 of your Pokémon in play that has Dark in its name (excluding this one). Dark Link copies that attack except for its Energy cost. (You must still do anything else required for that attack.) (No matter what type that Pokémon is, Dark Hypno's type is still Psychic Darkness.) Dark Hypno performs that attack. |
| Black Magic | PsychicColorless 20× Does 20 damage times the number of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. |
| Weakness | Psychic ×2 |
How collectible is Dark Hypno?
Dark Hypno is listed as Rare Holo in Team Rocket Returns. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Dark Hypno?
Catalog fields: set Team Rocket Returns, rarity Rare Holo. Illustrated by Kouki Saitou. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Dark Hypno (#6) is a chase-tier Rare Holo printing in Team Rocket Returns. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Dark Hypno is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in Team Rocket Returns, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $80.96 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $80.96; Holofoil: $59.63; Normal: $49.49).
- Illustrator Kouki Saitou has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $80.96 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Dark Hypno worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $80.96 for ungraded Dark Hypno from Team Rocket Returns. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Dark Hypno from?
Dark Hypno is listed in Team Rocket Returns (EX) as card #6. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Dark Hypno?
Our catalog lists Dark Hypno as Rare Holo in Team Rocket Returns. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Dark Hypno good for collectors or players?
Dark Hypno includes gameplay stats in Team Rocket Returns. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
Should I grade Dark Hypno?
Grading only makes sense when Dark Hypno appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $80.96, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Dark Hypno?
Finish variants of Dark Hypno carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $80.96; Holofoil: $59.63; Normal: $49.49 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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