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Cards/Floatzel
Floatzel card from the Destined Rivals set
Illustration by Shibuzoh.. Card image via the Pokémon TCG API.
Stage 1 Pokémon

Floatzel

Floatzel is a strong defensive attacker with unique water-based moves.

Water120 HPStage 1Intermediate to play

What this card does

Whirlpool lets you take an Energy from your opponent's Active Pokémon, disrupting their strategy.

Aqua Slash deals significant damage but limits Floatzel's own attack for the next turn.

Signature attack

Aqua Slash

During your next turn, this Pokémon can't attack. (140 damage)

Floatzel can hinder opponents by removing Energies and dealing strong Water damage, making it a versatile Stage 1 choice.

Attacks

CC
Whirlpool30

Discard an Energy from your opponent's Active Pokémon.

WCC
Aqua Slash140

During your next turn, this Pokémon can't attack.

Which deck it belongs in

Works well in Water decks or as a support Pokémon to weaken your opponent's Active Pokémon.

Strengths
  • Effective Energy removal
  • Strong Water attack
  • Flexible playstyle
Watch out for
  • Limited attacks per turn
  • Weakness to Lightning-type attacks
Pro tip

Use Whirlpool early in the game to weaken your opponent's Active Pokémon and set up for a later Aqua Slash.

From the Pokédex

Floatzel can store water in its body, allowing it to stay hydrated even in arid environments.

Note for the parent

Consider Floatzel's strategic value over its direct attack power when building your deck.

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