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Spidops ex card from the Scarlet & Violet set
Illustration by takuyoa. Card image via the Pokémon TCG API.
Stage 1 Pokémon ex

Spidops ex

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A sturdy Grass-type defender that punishes opponents for trying to move their active Pokemon.

Grass260 HPStage 1Intermediate to play

What this card does

The Trap Territory ability adds one colourless energy cost to your opponent's retreat fee.

The Wire Hang attack deals 90 base damage plus 30 extra damage for every colourless cost in the opponent's retreat fee.

Signature ability

Trap Territory

Your opponent's Active Pokémon's Retreat Cost is {C} more.

This card forces the opposing player to pay more energy to switch out their active Pokemon. If they cannot afford the increased cost, they are stuck taking hits from your powerful attacker.

Attacks

GC
Wire Hang90+

This attack does 30 more damage for each {C} in your opponent's Active Pokémon's Retreat Cost.

Abilities

AbilityTrap Territory

Your opponent's Active Pokémon's Retreat Cost is {C} more.

Which deck it belongs in

It suits control decks that want to lock down the opponent's board. It works well when paired with cards that increase retreat costs further.

Strengths
  • High damage output
  • Defensive pressure
  • 260 HP durability
Watch out for
  • Takes double damage from Fire types
  • Requires specific setup to maximise damage
Pro tip

Use cards that increase retreat costs further to make Wire Hang deal massive damage.

From the Pokédex

Spidops weaves intricate webs to catch its prey and is known for its patience.

Note for the parent

Check if your child has enough basic energy cards in their deck to support the attack cost.

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