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Hisuian Goodra V card from the Lost Origin set
Illustration by 5ban Graphics. Card image via the Pokémon TCG API.
Basic Pokémon

Hisuian Goodra V

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A sturdy Dragon type that forces opponents to change their strategy.

Dragon220 HPBasicBeginner to play

What this card does

Slip-'n'-Trip costs two energy and deals 60 damage while making the opponent switch their active Pokemon.

Rolling Shell costs three energy and deals 140 damage with a shield that reduces incoming damage by 30 on the next turn.

Signature attack

Rolling Shell

During your opponent's next turn, this Pokémon takes 30 less damage from attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance). (140 damage)

The Slip-'n'-Trip attack is useful because it disrupts the opponent's setup by forcing them to use a weaker Pokemon. The Rolling Shell attack offers protection for your main attacker during the opponent's next turn.

Attacks

WM
Slip-'n'-Trip60

Your opponent switches their Active Pokémon with 1 of their Benched Pokémon.

WMC
Rolling Shell140

During your opponent's next turn, this Pokémon takes 30 less damage from attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance).

Which deck it belongs in

This card fits well in decks that focus on controlling the board and wearing down the opponent over time. It works best when you can consistently provide Water and Metal energy.

Strengths
  • Board control
  • Damage reduction
  • High HP
Watch out for
  • Dual energy cost
  • Single turn shield
Pro tip

Use Slip-'n'-Trip when the opponent has a powerful Pokemon in play to force them to switch it out.

From the Pokédex

Hisuian Goodra is known for its thick, sticky saliva that can trap prey.

Note for the parent

Check that your child has enough basic energy cards to pay for the two different types required for these attacks.

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