Poipole
A risky attacker that relies on luck to deal damage.
What this card does
This Basic Pokémon has 60 HP and costs one Darkness Energy to play.
Its attack flips two coins and deals 20 damage for each heads result.
2-Step
Flip 2 coins. This attack does 20 damage for each heads. (20 damage)
The key feature is the coin flip mechanic which makes the damage output unpredictable. It can deal zero damage or a solid 40 depending on the toss.
Attacks
Flip 2 coins. This attack does 20 damage for each heads.
Which deck it belongs in
This card suits decks that use Darkness Energy and can protect it from Fighting type attacks. It works best in casual play where randomness adds excitement.
- •Potential for high damage
- •Low energy cost
- •Basic stage flexibility
- •Unreliable damage output
- •Fighting type weakness
- •Low total HP
Use cards that prevent coin flip effects or protect against Fighting types to stabilise its performance.
Poipole is a Poison-type Pokémon known for storing poison in its body.
Explain to your child that coin flips are random so they should not be upset if the attack fails.
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