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Cards/Crawdaunt
Crawdaunt card from the Mega Evolution set
Card image via the Pokémon TCG API.
Stage 1 Pokémon

Crawdaunt

Crawdaunt is a powerful defender with a strong special move.

Darkness130 HPStage 1Intermediate to play

What this card does

Vise Grip does 30 damage without any extra effects.

Cutting Riposte deals 130 damage and can be used even if this Pokémon has damage counters, making it versatile.

Signature attack

Cutting Riposte

If this Pokémon has any damage counters on it, this attack can be used for Darkness. (130 damage)

Crawdaunt's Cutting Riposte is a key attack that can be used multiple times due to its condition on damage counters, making it a reliable choice for trainers who want a strong defensive Pokémon.

Attacks

C
Vise Grip30
DDC
Cutting Riposte130

If this Pokémon has any damage counters on it, this attack can be used for Darkness.

Which deck it belongs in

Ideal for decks needing both strong defense and offensive capabilities. Great as a support Pokémon in Mega Evolution sets.

Strengths
  • Versatile attack
  • Strong HP
  • Good for both offense and defense
Watch out for
  • Limited energy type flexibility
  • Depends on having damage counters to use Cutting Riposte effectively
Pro tip

Use Vise Grip early in the game to set up for a powerful Cutting Riposte later.

From the Pokédex

Crawdaunt is known for its sharp claws, which it uses to defend against predators and protect its underwater home.

Note for the parent

Crawdaunt is a good card to include if you're building a balanced deck with strong defenses and powerful attacks.

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