Hoopa V
Rotated OutA powerful dual-type Pokemon that deals heavy damage to both opponents and allies.
What this card does
It has 220 HP and can be either Psychic or Darkness type depending on its Ability.
Its Shadow Impact attack costs two Darkness Energy and one Colorless Energy to deal 170 damage.
The same attack also places three damage counters on one of your own Pokemon.
Two-Faced
As long as this Pokémon is in play, it is Psychic and Darkness type.
The Two-Faced ability allows Hoopa V to switch between Psychic and Darkness types, helping it avoid weaknesses or use type-specific effects. Its main attack is very strong but carries a high risk because it hurts your own team as well.
Attacks
Put 3 damage counters on 1 of your Pokémon.
Abilities
As long as this Pokémon is in play, it is Psychic and Darkness type.
Which deck it belongs in
This card suits aggressive decks that can protect their own Pokemon from self-inflicted damage. It works best in strategies that prioritise quick wins over long-term survival.
- •High damage output
- •Dual type flexibility
- •Basic Pokemon status
- •Self-damage risk
- •Grass weakness
- •Energy cost
Check if your child has ways to remove damage counters or protect their bench Pokemon before using the Shadow Impact attack.
Hoopa is known for its ability to create portals that can transport anything across vast distances.
Ask your child which of their Pokemon takes the damage from the attack to understand their strategy better.
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