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Holon's Voltorb card from the Delta Species set
Illustration by Takao Unno. Card image via the Pokémon TCG API.
Basic Pokémon

Holon's Voltorb

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A basic Lightning type that offers a chance to stop an opponent's attack.

Lightning40 HPBasicBeginner to play

What this card does

This card has 40 hit points and requires one Lightning Energy to play.

It uses the Thundershock attack for 10 damage.

Flipping a coin can Paralyze the Defending Pokémon if it lands on heads.

Signature attack

Thundershock

Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed. (10 damage)

The Thundershock attack flips a coin to see if the opponent becomes Paralyzed. This status means the affected Pokemon cannot attack on its next turn, giving your side a brief pause in the battle.

Attacks

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Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.

Which deck it belongs in

It fits well into early Lightning decks that rely on basic Pokemon to build energy quickly. It works best when paired with cards that benefit from stopping the opponent's moves for a turn.

Strengths
  • Simple coin flip mechanic
  • Basic Pokemon type
  • Disables opponent temporarily
Watch out for
  • Low 40 hit points
  • Weak to Fighting types
  • Unreliable coin flip
Pro tip

Use this card to stall the opponent while your other Pokemon set up their energy for a stronger attack.

From the Pokédex

Voltorb resembles an electric ball and is known to explode when it detects movement.

Note for the parent

Remember that Paralysis only lasts for one turn, so your child should plan their next move carefully while the opponent is unable to attack.

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