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Cards/Golduck
Golduck card from the Ascended Heroes set
Illustration by Jiro Sasumo. Card image via the Pokémon TCG API.
Stage 1 Pokémon

Golduck

Golduck's special ability and powerful Hydro Pump make it a formidable water-type opponent.

Water120 HPStage 1Intermediate to play

What this card does

Dampens all abilities that require self-Knock Out, disrupting both yours and your opponent's strategies.

Hydro Pump deals 60 damage plus extra for each Water Energy attached to Golduck.

Signature ability

Damp

Pokémon in play (both yours and your opponent's) lose any Ability that requires the Pokémon using it to Knock Out itself.

With its unique ability, Damp, Golduck can nullify dangerous moves. Its Hydro Pump attack is especially effective against opponents who rely on water-type Pokémon.

Attacks

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Hydro Pump60+

This attack does 20 more damage for each Water Energy attached to this Pokémon.

Abilities

AbilityDamp

Pokémon in play (both yours and your opponent's) lose any Ability that requires the Pokémon using it to Knock Out itself.

Which deck it belongs in

Golduck works well in water-type decks looking for a versatile attacker with the added benefit of disrupting opponent strategies.

Strengths
  • Versatile ability
  • High damage output
Watch out for
  • Weak against Lightning-type attacks
  • Limited energy attachment benefits
Pro tip

Attach multiple Water Energies for maximum Hydro Pump damage to overwhelm your opponent.

From the Pokédex

Golduck can be found in the wild near large bodies of water, often seen gracefully swimming and playing.

Note for the parent

Consider pairing Golduck with other water-type cards to maximize its effectiveness and flexibility in play.

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