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Cards/Gapejaw Bog
Gapejaw Bog card from the Silver Tempest set
Illustration by Oswaldo KATO. Card image via the Pokémon TCG API.
Stadium

Gapejaw Bog

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A Stadium card that punishes players for bringing basic Pokemon to the bench.

StadiumBeginner to play

What this card does

The card stays in play and affects both sides of the game equally.

When a player adds a Basic Pokemon from their hand to their Bench, they must place two damage counters on it.

What it does

Gapejaw Bog

Whenever either player puts a Basic Pokémon from their hand onto their Bench, put 2 damage counters on that Pokémon.

This card creates a high-risk environment for deploying new fighters. It forces players to think carefully before sending out their strongest basic creatures because they start with significant damage already applied.

Which deck it belongs in

It suits decks that rely on Pokemon in play rather than those that frequently switch them out from the hand. It is most effective when both opponents are forced to use Basic Pokemon.

Strengths
  • Strong early game pressure
  • Affects both players equally
  • Discourages risky plays
Watch out for
  • Hurts your own team too
  • Requires Basic Pokemon to work
  • Can stall the game
Pro tip

Use this card when your opponent is likely to play a powerful Basic Pokemon next turn.

Good to know

Gapejaw Bog is a fictional location known for its dangerous terrain.

Note for the parent

Explain to your child that this card makes the game tougher because their new Pokemon will be weaker right away.

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