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Cards/Hala
Hala card from the Mega Rising set
Illustration by Teeziro. Card image via the Pokémon TCG API.
Supporter

Hala

A safety net for your sturdy Pokemon against sudden defeats.

SupporterBeginner to play

What this card does

This Trainer card affects the opponent's next turn.

If their attack knocks out your Hariyama or Crabominable, those cards stay in play with 10 HP left.

What it does

Hala

During your opponent's next turn, if your Hariyama or Crabominable would be Knocked Out by damage from an attack, it is not Knocked Out and its remaining HP becomes 10.

This ability acts as a protective shield for your specific Pokemon. It prevents them from being removed from the game by damage during the opponent's next turn.

Which deck it belongs in

It suits decks built around Hariyama or Crabominable that need extra survivability. Use it when you expect a powerful attack in the opponent's next move.

Strengths
  • Prevents knockout
  • Saves key Pokemon
  • Creates comeback chances
Watch out for
  • Limited to two Pokemon types
  • One turn duration only
  • Requires specific deck build
Pro tip

Play this card right before your opponent takes their turn to maximise its protective effect.

Good to know

Hariyama is known for its incredible strength and can perform 1000 punches per minute.

Note for the parent

Remember that this effect only lasts for one turn, so plan your strategy accordingly.

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