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Cards/Dhelmise ex
Dhelmise ex card from the Celestial Guardians set
Illustration by PLANETA Tsuji. Card image via the Pokémon TCG API.
Basic Pokémon ex

Dhelmise ex

A sturdy Grass-type defender that traps opponents with its anchor attack.

Grass140 HPBasicBeginner to play

What this card does

Dhelmise ex has 140 HP and costs two Grass energies plus one Colorless energy to play.

Its Anchor Shot attack deals 80 damage and stops the opposing Pokémon from retreating during the next turn.

Signature attack

Anchor Shot

During your opponent's next turn, the Defending Pokémon can't retreat. (80 damage)

The key feature of this card is its ability to lock an opponent's active Pokémon in place. This prevents them from swapping for a weaker target, forcing them to take damage or use other resources to deal with it.

Attacks

GGC
Anchor Shot80

During your opponent's next turn, the Defending Pokémon can't retreat.

Which deck it belongs in

This card suits decks that focus on controlling the pace of the game rather than dealing massive damage quickly. It works well in strategies that rely on keeping the opponent's main attacker stuck while you build up your board.

Strengths
  • Strong defense
  • Traps opponents
  • Simple attack
Watch out for
  • Vulnerable to fire
  • High prize penalty
  • One turn effect
Pro tip

Use Anchor Shot early in the game to stop a powerful opponent from switching out their main attacker before they can deal significant damage.

From the Pokédex

Dhelmise is a Ghost and Steel type Pokémon that resembles a pirate ship made of seaweed and wood.

Note for the parent

Remind your child that playing a Pokémon ex means their opponent will take two prize cards if Dhelmise is knocked out, so it is important to protect it or ensure it has served its purpose.

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