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Cards/Claydol
Claydol card from the Chaos Rising set
Illustration by matazo. Card image via the Pokémon TCG API.
Stage 1 Pokémon

Claydol

Claydol can turn a strong opponent into a weak one with its Devolution Ray attack.

Fighting120 HPStage 1Intermediate to play

What this card does

Devolves the opponent's Active Pokémon to Stage 1 if it is an evolved Pokémon, weakening their team.

Costs only Fighting Energy.

Signature attack

Devolution Ray

If your opponent's Active Pokémon is an evolved Pokémon, devolve it by putting the highest Stage Evolution card on it into your opponent's hand. (50 damage)

Devolution Ray can make powerful opponents less threatening and is a unique way to disrupt your opponent's strategy.

Attacks

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If your opponent's Active Pokémon is an evolved Pokémon, devolve it by putting the highest Stage Evolution card on it into your opponent's hand.

Which deck it belongs in

Claydol works well in decks that aim to weaken the opponent's Pokémon, making it suitable for control strategies.

Strengths
  • Disruptive
  • Flexible targeting
  • Cost-effective
Watch out for
  • Effectiveness depends on the opponent's hand
  • Doesn't work against Stage 1 Pokémon
Pro tip

Use Devolution Ray when your opponent has a powerful evolved Pokémon to turn the tide of battle.

From the Pokédex

Claydol can manipulate its body to create intricate designs, showcasing its artistic abilities.

Note for the parent

This card can be quite strategic; encourage your child to think about how they might use this move during gameplay.

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