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Cards/Cradily
Cradily card from the Stellar Crown set
Card image via the Pokémon TCG API.
Stage 2 Pokémon

Cradily

Protects against status conditions with a powerful wind attack.

Grass150 HPStage 2Advanced to play

What this card does

Once per turn, flip a coin to apply a negative condition to the opponent's Active Pokémon.

Deal 100 damage for each negative condition on their Active Pokémon.

Signature ability

Selective Slime

Once during your turn, you may flip a coin. If heads, choose Burned, Confused, or Poisoned. Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now affected by that Special Condition.

Cradily can disrupt your opponent's strategy by applying unfavorable conditions and then capitalizing with a strong attack. Its rare status ability makes it a versatile card in play.

Attacks

G
Miasma Wind100×

This attack does 100 damage for each Special Condition affecting your opponent's Active Pokémon.

Abilities

AbilitySelective Slime

Once during your turn, you may flip a coin. If heads, choose Burned, Confused, or Poisoned. Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now affected by that Special Condition.

Which deck it belongs in

Works well in decks focused on status effects and powerful finishing moves, adding both control and offense.

Strengths
  • Versatile ability to apply negative conditions
  • High base HP
  • Effective attack based on opponent's condition
Watch out for
  • Weak against Fire types
  • Needs setup for best effect
Pro tip

Set up Cradily early in the game to maximize its ability usage.

From the Pokédex

Cradily is a prehistoric Pokémon known for its protective shell, which it uses to shield itself from danger.

Note for the parent

Cradily is a strategic choice that can turn the tide of battle by setting up unfavorable conditions for your opponent's Pokémon.

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