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Lycanroc VMAX card from the Evolving Skies set
Illustration by Mitsuhiro Arita. Card image via the Pokémon TCG API.
Basic Pokémon

Lycanroc VMAX

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A powerful Fighting-type finisher that clears weak foes and damages the bench.

Fighting320 HPBasicBeginner to play

What this card does

It uses Hunting Claw to knock out any opponent's Pokemon with 60 HP or less remaining.

It uses Max Edge to deal 190 damage to one Pokemon and an extra 30 damage to a Benched Pokemon.

Signature attack

Max Edge

This attack also does 30 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) (190 damage)

Lycanroc VMAX is designed to end games quickly by removing fragile targets. Its second attack spreads damage to the bench, making it difficult for opponents to hide their weaker Pokemon.

Attacks

F
Hunting Claw

Knock Out 1 of your opponent's Pokémon in play that has 60 HP or less remaining.

FFC
Max Edge190

This attack also does 30 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)

Which deck it belongs in

This card suits aggressive decks that aim to defeat the opponent before they can build up resources. It works well when paired with cards that reduce enemy HP or remove obstacles.

Strengths
  • High damage output
  • Bench clearing ability
  • Quick finisher
Watch out for
  • Weak to Grass types
  • Requires specific energy costs
  • Vulnerable if HP is reduced
Pro tip

Save Hunting Claw for the turn you are sure the opponent cannot heal or switch out that Pokemon.

From the Pokédex

Lycanroc has three different forms based on the time of day it evolves.

Note for the parent

Your child will likely use this card in the final turns of a match to secure a victory.

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