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Scizor VMAX card from the Darkness Ablaze set
Illustration by 5ban Graphics. Card image via the Pokémon TCG API.
Basic Pokémon

Scizor VMAX

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A tough Scizor that shrugs off damage for a turn.

Metal320 HPBasicBeginner to play

What this card does

The card has 320 HP and costs Metal energy to play.

It can reduce incoming damage by 30 during the opponent's next turn.

It deals 190 damage with its second attack.

Signature attack

Max Steelspike

No game text. (190 damage)

The Hard Scissors attack lowers the damage your Scizor takes for one full turn. This helps it survive powerful hits and stay in the game longer.

Attacks

MC
Hard Scissors90

During your opponent's next turn, this Pokémon takes 30 less damage from attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance).

MMC
Max Steelspike190

Which deck it belongs in

This card suits decks that focus on Metal energy and want to outlast their opponents. It works well when you need a reliable defender.

Strengths
  • High durability
  • Damage reduction
  • Strong attack
Watch out for
  • Vulnerable to Fire
  • One turn limit
Pro tip

Use Hard Scissors right before your opponent is likely to play a big attack.

From the Pokédex

Scizor has pincers that can cut through steel beams.

Note for the parent

Your child will need to track which turn the damage reduction applies to so they do not forget it expires.

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