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Cards/Dodrio V
Dodrio V card from the Fusion Strike set
Illustration by 5ban Graphics. Card image via the Pokémon TCG API.
Basic Pokémon

Dodrio V

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A powerful but fragile Basic Pokemon that boosts its own attacks at a cost.

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What this card does

It deals 20 damage and sets up a bonus for future turns.

It can deal heavy damage by hurting itself to hit harder.

Signature attack

Rampage Drill

This Pokémon also does 30 damage to itself. (160 damage)

The attack No Reprieve adds 80 extra damage to your next turn's attacks. This makes Dodrio V very dangerous if you survive the first round, but it relies on timing rather than immediate power.

Attacks

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No Reprieve20

During your next turn, this Pokémon's attacks do 80 more damage to your opponent's Active Pokémon (before applying Weakness and Resistance).

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Rampage Drill160

This Pokémon also does 30 damage to itself.

Which deck it belongs in

This card suits aggressive decks that want to end games quickly after a setup turn. It works best when paired with cards that protect it or help recover its health.

Strengths
  • High damage potential
  • Setup capability
  • Basic Pokemon status
Watch out for
  • Self-damage risk
  • Weak to Lightning
  • Fragile HP
Pro tip

Use No Reprieve on turn one to ensure your big attack hits hard on turn two.

From the Pokédex

Dodrio has three heads that each have their own personality and sleep schedule.

Note for the parent

Watch out for the self-damage in the second attack, as it can knock out your own Pokemon if you are not careful.

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