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Perilous Jungle card from the Temporal Forces set
Illustration by AYUMI ODASHIMA. Card image via the Pokémon TCG API.
Stadium

Perilous Jungle

Increase damage to Poisoned Pokémon during checks.

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What this card does

Adds two extra damage counters to any Poisoned non-Darkness Pokémon when they are checked by the referee.

Affects both your and your opponent's Pokémon, making it harder for Poisoned Pokémon to survive.

What it does

Perilous Jungle

During Pokémon Checkup, put 2 more damage counters on each Poisoned non-Darkness Pokémon (both yours and your opponent's).

This card disrupts Poisoned Pokémon during checks, giving you an edge in battles where such Pokémon might be common. It's particularly useful against trainers who rely on these types of Pokémon.

Which deck it belongs in

Works well in decks focusing on checking and countering Poisoned Pokémon or those that can handle the extra damage from this card.

Strengths
  • Effective against Poisoned Pokémon
  • Affects both players
Watch out for
  • Can backfire if your own Pokémon are Poisoned
  • May not be as effective in Darkness-based decks
Pro tip

Use this card during crucial battles where the outcome is uncertain to gain an unexpected advantage.

Good to know

Perilous Jungle creates a challenging environment for all players, particularly those with Poisoned Pokémon.

Note for the parent

This card can significantly impact games, especially if you're facing opponents with many Poisoned Pokémon.

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