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Cards/Blipbug
Blipbug card from the Paradox Rift set
Illustration by OKUBO. Card image via the Pokémon TCG API.
Basic Pokémon

Blipbug

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A low-risk starter that relies on luck to deal damage.

Grass50 HPBasicBeginner to play

What this card does

Blipbug is a Basic Grass-type Pokemon with 50 HP.

It has one attack called Surprise Attack which costs one Grass Energy.

The attack deals 30 damage if you flip heads, but does nothing if you flip tails.

Signature attack

Surprise Attack

Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing. (30 damage)

The card's main feature is its coin flip mechanic. This means the player might waste a turn dealing no damage, so it is important to manage expectations about its reliability.

Attacks

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Surprise Attack30

Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing.

Which deck it belongs in

This card suits beginner decks that focus on simple Grass-type strategies. It works well for new players who are learning how to play without needing complex tactics.

Strengths
  • Simple rules
  • Low cost
  • Beginner friendly
Watch out for
  • Unreliable damage
  • Low HP
  • Fire weakness
Pro tip

Use this card early in the game when you need to attack quickly, but do not rely on it for winning close matches.

From the Pokédex

Blipbug is a Bug-type Pokemon known for its simple nature and straightforward behavior.

Note for the parent

Explain to your child that the attack might fail, and that losing a turn is part of the game's chance element.

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