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Po Town card from the Burning Shadows set
Illustration by 5ban Graphics. Card image via the Pokémon TCG API.
Stadium

Po Town

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Po Town is a Stadium card that punishes evolution by adding damage to the evolving Pokemon.

StadiumBeginner to play

What this card does

The game places three damage counters on any Pokemon that evolves from your hand.

This rule applies to both you and your opponent.

What it does

Po Town

Whenever any player plays a Pokémon from their hand to evolve 1 of their Pokémon, put 3 damage counters on that Pokémon.

This card creates a high risk for anyone who tries to evolve their Pokemon. You must weigh the benefit of getting a stronger stage against the immediate penalty of taking heavy damage.

Which deck it belongs in

It suits decks that avoid evolving or rely on basic Pokemon. It also works well in mirror matches where both players need to evolve.

Strengths
  • Discourages risky plays
  • Controls the board state
  • Unpredictable for opponents
Watch out for
  • Hurts your own Pokemon too
  • Requires evolving from hand
  • Can end your turn early
Pro tip

Use this card to force your opponent into a difficult choice between evolving or staying weak.

Good to know

Po Town is a fictional location in the Pokemon world known for its unique challenges.

Note for the parent

Your child should check if their opponent has this card before deciding to play an evolution from their hand.

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