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Paldean Clodsire ex card from the Journey Together set
Illustration by PLANETA Tsuji. Card image via the Pokémon TCG API.
Stage 1 Pokémon ex

Paldean Clodsire ex

Paldean Clodsire ex is a powerful Stage 1 ex with two strong attacks.

Darkness280 HPStage 1Intermediate to play

What this card does

Poison Ring damages and poisons the opponent's Active Pokémon, forcing it to stay in play during their next turn.

Giga Impact deals massive damage but prevents Paldean Clodsire from attacking until your next turn.

Signature attack

Giga Impact

During your next turn, this Pokémon can't attack. (220 damage)

Paldean Clodsire ex excels at setting up a poisoned condition on the opponent's Active Pokémon, making it harder for them to retreat or switch out.

Attacks

DC
Poison Ring60

Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Poisoned. During your opponent's next turn, that Pokémon can't retreat.

DDC
Giga Impact220

During your next turn, this Pokémon can't attack.

Which deck it belongs in

This card works well in decks focused on poisoning and controlling the opponent's Active Pokémon.

Strengths
  • Poisons the opponent's Active Pokémon
  • High base damage on Giga Impact
Watch out for
  • Cannot attack after using Giga Impact
  • Weak against Fighting-type Pokémon
Pro tip

Use Poison Ring to set up a poisoned condition before deploying Giga Impact for maximum effect.

From the Pokédex

Paldean Clodsire ex can grow as large as a small car, making it one of the largest and most formidable creatures in its habitat.

Note for the parent

Consider Paldean Clodsire ex if your child is building a deck that aims to keep the opponent's Active Pokémon under pressure without immediately attacking.

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