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Cards/Turtwig
Turtwig card from the Temporal Forces set
Illustration by OKACHEKE. Card image via the Pokémon TCG API.
Basic Pokémon

Turtwig

Turtwig is a sturdy grass Pokémon with basic defense.

Grass80 HPBasicBeginner to play

What this card does

Reduces damage from attacks by 20 points after applying weaknesses and resistances.

Can be used for basic defense in early-game strategies.

Signature ability

Solid Shell

This Pokémon takes 20 less damage from attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance).

Turtwig's Solid Shell ability makes it a reliable choice for dealing with early-game threats, protecting your Pokémon from fire attacks which are common in the Temporal Forces set.

Attacks

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Abilities

AbilitySolid Shell

This Pokémon takes 20 less damage from attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance).

Which deck it belongs in

Good for beginner decks or as a filler card to boost defense against fire-type Pokémon.

Strengths
  • Solid defensive ability
  • Common rarity makes it accessible
Watch out for
  • Limited attack power
  • Dependent on Grass Energy
Pro tip

Pair Turtwig with other basic Grass Pokémon to ensure a steady supply of energy.

From the Pokédex

Turtwig evolves into Chimchar by consuming the leaves of the Ancient Power Tree.

Note for the parent

Turtwig is easy to include and can be useful for teaching basic strategies like using Grass-type energy cards.

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