Skarmory ex
A sturdy Metal type with a defensive twist that reduces incoming damage.
What this card does
Skarmory ex has 140 HP and costs two Metal energy to attack.
Its Steel Wing attack deals 70 damage and reduces the damage this Pokemon takes by 20 during the opponent's next turn.
Steel Wing
During your opponent's next turn, this Pokémon takes −20 damage from attacks. (70 damage)
The key feature is the -20 damage reduction applied to Skarmory ex for one full turn after you use its attack. This makes it harder for your opponent to knock out this valuable Pokémon, giving your team more time to set up.
Attacks
During your opponent's next turn, this Pokémon takes −20 damage from attacks.
Which deck it belongs in
This card fits best in decks built around Metal energy types. It works well in strategies that rely on surviving long battles and wearing down the opponent.
- •Durable defender
- •Damage reduction
- •High HP pool
- •Fire weakness
- •Metal energy cost
- •One turn duration
Use Steel Wing when you expect a big attack next turn to maximise the damage reduction benefit.
Skarmory has steel feathers that are sharper than any sword and it flies at high speeds to avoid predators.
Remember that Skarmory ex is weak to Fire attacks, so watch out for cards that deal extra damage to Metal types.
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