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Boldore card from the White Flare set
Illustration by Krgc. Card image via the Pokémon TCG API.
Stage 1 Pokémon

Boldore

Boldore packs a punch with its powerful Smack Down attack.

Fighting110 HPStage 1Intermediate to play

What this card does

Smack Down deals 30 damage and can do an extra 50 if the opponent's Active Pokémon resists Fighting-type attacks.

Power Gem is a strong 90 damage attack that doesn't need any extra effects.

Signature attack

Power Gem

No game text. (90 damage)

Smack Down can be super effective against Grass-type Pokémon, while Power Gem provides consistent high-damage output. Both attacks are reliable and make Boldore a solid choice for battling.

Attacks

F
Smack Down30+

If your opponent's Active Pokémon has Fighting Resistance, this attack does 50 more damage.

FFF
Power Gem90

Which deck it belongs in

Boldore works well in Fighting-type decks that need strong, versatile attacks to take down various opponents.

Strengths
  • Versatile attack options
  • Strong damage output
  • Good resistance
Watch out for
  • Expensive Energy for Power Gem
  • Weak to Rock and Steel types
Pro tip

Use Smack Down when you expect your opponent's Active Pokémon to resist Fighting attacks, as it can deal extra damage.

From the Pokédex

Boldore thrives in rocky environments, feeding on the minerals found there.

Note for the parent

Consider pairing Boldore with other Fighting-type Pokémon like Gogoat or Houndoom for maximum effectiveness against Grass types.

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