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Cards/Trapinch
Trapinch card from the Phantasmal Flames set
Illustration by Uta. Card image via the Pokémon TCG API.
Basic Pokémon

Trapinch

Sturdy and tough, Trapinch uses its headbutts to take down opponents.

Fighting70 HPBasicBeginner to play

What this card does

Flip two coins to deal 10 damage twice for each heads result.

Weak against grass types.

Signature attack

Double Headbutt

Flip 2 coins. This attack does 10 damage for each heads. (10× damage)

Trapinch is a basic Pokémon that can deal significant damage with its Double Headbutt attack, making it useful in early-game strategies.

Attacks

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Double Headbutt10×

Flip 2 coins. This attack does 10 damage for each heads.

Which deck it belongs in

Works well in basic Pokémon decks where you need to quickly take out opponents before they get too strong.

Strengths
  • Easy to use
  • Common rarity means it's widely available
Watch out for
  • Weak against grass types
  • Depends on coin flip results for damage
Pro tip

Use Trapinch early in the game when you're facing weaker opponents and build up your energy for more powerful cards later.

From the Pokédex

Trapinch's hard shell protects it from most attacks, making it a durable choice.

Note for the parent

Trapinch is easy for beginners and can be a good starter card for learning about coin flips and basic attacks.

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