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Cards/Bibarel
Bibarel card from the Space-Time Smackdown set
Illustration by kirisAki. Card image via the Pokémon TCG API.
Stage 1 Pokémon

Bibarel

A sturdy Stage 1 Pokemon with high health for its stage.

Colorless110 HPStage 1Intermediate to play

What this card does

Bibarel has 110 hit points, making it tougher than most basic Pokemon.

It can use Rolling Tackle to deal 60 damage by discarding two Colorless energy cards.

Signature attack

Rolling Tackle

No game text. (60 damage)

The key feature of this card is its durability rather than complex abilities. Its high hit point total allows it to survive longer in battle, giving your child more turns to play their strategy.

Attacks

CC
Rolling Tackle60

Which deck it belongs in

This card fits well into decks that rely on Colorless energy types. It works best as a reliable attacker in strategies that do not need special effects or abilities.

Strengths
  • High hit points
  • Simple attack
  • Colorless energy type
Watch out for
  • Weak to Fighting types
  • Basic attack only
  • No special abilities
Pro tip

Use Bibarel as a shield to protect weaker Pokemon in the back row.

From the Pokédex

Bibarel is known for building dams and nesting in trees, which explains its sturdy nature.

Note for the parent

Your child will likely use this card to absorb damage while they set up their other cards.

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