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Cards/Grapploct V
Grapploct V card from the Champion's Path set
Illustration by PLANETA Igarashi. Card image via the Pokémon TCG API.
Basic Pokémon

Grapploct V

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A powerful Fighting type V Pokemon that can stop weak opponents from fighting back.

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What this card does

It uses the Tie Up attack to prevent Basic Pokemon from attacking next turn.

It uses Moonsault Press to deal heavy damage, with a chance for extra hits.

Signature attack

Moonsault Press

Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 100 more damage. (120+ damage)

The Tie Up attack is very useful because it stops Basic Pokemon from taking any action in the opponent's next turn. This gives your side a clear advantage while you build up your own strategy.

Attacks

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Tie Up20

If the Defending Pokémon is a Basic Pokémon, it can't attack during your opponent's next turn.

FFC
Moonsault Press120+

Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 100 more damage.

Which deck it belongs in

This card fits well in Fighting type decks that aim to control the game by disabling weaker opponents early on.

Strengths
  • Strong damage output
  • Disables Basic Pokemon
  • V rarity power
Watch out for
  • Weak to Psychic types
  • Requires specific energy cards
  • Inconsistent attack damage
Pro tip

Use Tie Up against decks that rely heavily on Basic Pokemon to gain a significant turn advantage.

From the Pokédex

Grapploct is known for its incredible grappling strength and ability to hold onto opponents tightly.

Note for the parent

You can explain that stopping an opponent from attacking is like putting them in time out for a round.

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