Defender
Rotated OutA temporary shield that reduces damage for your Pokemon.
What this card does
Attach this card to one of your Pokemon to protect it.
The attached Pokemon takes 20 less damage from attacks until the end of your opponent's next turn.
You must discard the card after the opponent plays their turn.
Defender
Attach Defender to 1 of your Pokémon. Discard this card at the end of your opponent's next turn. Any damage done to the Pokémon Defender is attached to by an opponent's attack is reduced by 20 (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
This card acts as a simple buffer against strong hits. It lowers incoming damage by twenty points for a short window of time.
Which deck it belongs in
It suits decks that rely on specific Pokemon to survive heavy attacks from the opponent.
- •Simple protection
- •Reduces damage by 20
- •Easy to use
- •Lasts only one turn
- •Must be discarded quickly
- •Does not stop all damage
Use it on your strongest Pokemon just before the opponent uses a powerful attack.
Trainer cards like this help trainers manage their battle strategies effectively.
Remind your child to attach it before their opponent can attack with high damage moves.
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