Chimchar
Chimchar can deal extra fire damage with its special move.
What this card does
Chimchar's Firebreathing attack deals 20 damage and can do an additional 20 if a coin flip comes up heads.
This attack is weak against Water-type Pokémon.
Firebreathing
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 more damage. (20+ damage)
Chimchar can be useful in fire-based decks to quickly deal damage, but watch out for Water types that can easily counter it.
Attacks
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 more damage.
Which deck it belongs in
Good for fire-themed decks where quick bursts of damage are needed. Avoid using it against Water types like Piplup or Mamoswine.
- •Versatile attack
- •Can deal extra damage with coin flip
- •Weak against Water
- •Limited effectiveness without Fire Energy
Always have a Fire Energy card ready when using Chimchar to maximize its potential.
Chimchar evolves into Monferno and then into Infernape.
Chimchar is a common card so you might find plenty to use in your child's collection, but make sure they understand its weakness to water types.
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