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Aggron card from the Twilight Masquerade set
Illustration by Dsuke. Card image via the Pokémon TCG API.
Stage 2 Pokémon

Aggron

Defends itself by absorbing incoming damage.

Metal180 HPStage 2Advanced to play

What this card does

Deals extra damage based on your Pokémon's condition.

Reduces incoming damage for a turn, protecting itself effectively.

Signature attack

Guard Claw

During your opponent's next turn, this Pokémon takes 50 less damage from attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance). (120 damage)

Aggron can absorb a lot of damage and retaliate with powerful attacks. Its ability to reduce incoming damage makes it a solid defender in the late game.

Attacks

M
Angry Slam50×

This attack does 50 damage for each of your Pokémon that has any damage counters on it.

MCC
Guard Claw120

During your opponent's next turn, this Pokémon takes 50 less damage from attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance).

Which deck it belongs in

Works well as a core Pokémon in defensive or stall decks where you want to keep your team healthy.

Strengths
  • Versatile attack
  • Strong defense
  • Effective against Fire types
Watch out for
  • Needs multiple Metal Energy to be effective
  • Slow start due to Stage 2 evolution
Pro tip

Use Aggron's Guard Claw early in the game to set up for a powerful finish.

From the Pokédex

Aggron can store up to 10,000 years of experience in its massive body.

Note for the parent

Consider pairing Aggron with other Metal-type cards for more synergy and durability.

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