Poltchageist

Pitch Black 05/84 • common

Set: Pitch Black
Number: 05/84
Rarity: Common
Released: 2026
Energy type: grass energy
Artist: Mousho

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Poltchageist was introduced in the Scarlet & Violet series, drawing inspiration from the traditional Japanese legend of tsukumogami, or inanimate objects that acquire a spirit. As a common card from the Pitch Black set, it represents a modern addition to the long-standing tradition of Grass-type Pokémon inspired by folklore and household items.

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What it does

30 HPBasic

AbilityHide 'n' Sneak

Prevent all effects of your opponent's Pokémon's attacks and Abilities done to this Pokémon. (Damage is not an effect.)

Cost: colorless energyFurtive Drop

Place 1 damage counter on your opponent's Active Pokémon.

Weaknessfire energy×2

Poltchageist looks like a regional form of Sinistea, but it was recently discovered that the two Pokémon are entirely unrelated.

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Provenance

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Poltchageist was introduced as part of the expansion set released to support the Scarlet and Violet era of the Pokémon Trading Card Game, specifically within the Pitch Black release. The character itself debuted in the Scarlet and Violet: The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero downloadable content for the video games, designed to mirror the concept of a haunted matcha container that draws inspiration from the Japanese folklore of tsukumogami, or artifacts that gain a spirit over time.

The artwork for this specific card, number 05/84, reflects the aesthetic shift in modern card design that prioritizes regional flavor and environmental storytelling. As a common card, it serves as a foundational element for players building grass-type decks, focusing on accessibility for new collectors while maintaining the whimsical, slightly eerie artistic direction consistent with the character's dual nature as both a household object and a Pokémon.

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