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Steven’s Resolve card from the Celestial Storm set
Illustration by Hitoshi Ariga. Card image via the Pokémon TCG API.
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Steven’s Resolve

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A powerful search tool that trades immediate action for future advantage.

SupporterBeginner to play

What this card does

You look at the top of your deck and pick up to three cards to add to your hand.

You then shuffle your deck back together.

Your turn finishes immediately after you take these cards.

What it does

Steven’s Resolve

Search your deck for up to 3 cards and put them into your hand. Then, shuffle your deck. Your turn ends.

This card lets you dig deep into your deck to find exactly what you need right now. It is very strong because it guarantees you get the pieces you want, but you lose the chance to play anything else this turn.

Which deck it belongs in

It suits decks that rely on finding specific cards to win. These are often called control or combo decks.

Strengths
  • High consistency
  • Card advantage
  • Resource recovery
Watch out for
  • Turn ends early
  • Deck disruption
  • Predictable moves
Pro tip

Use this when you are missing a key piece to win the game next turn.

Good to know

Steven is a former Pokémon League Champion known for his strategic mind and love of Steel-type Pokémon.

Note for the parent

Explain that using this card means their child cannot attack or play other items during that same turn.

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