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Twist Mountain card from the Dark Explorers set
Illustration by Ryo Ueda. Card image via the Pokémon TCG API.
Stadium

Twist Mountain

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A stadium card that helps players recover their Pokemon from the discard pile.

StadiumBeginner to play

What this card does

The Twist Mountain Stadium stays in play and affects both sides of the table.

Once per turn each player may flip a coin to move a Restored Pokemon from their hand to their Bench.

What it does

Twist Mountain

Once during each player’s turn, that player may flip a coin. If heads, the player puts a Restored Pokémon from his or her hand onto his or her Bench.

This card lets players search for a specific type of Pokemon that has been discarded. The coin flip adds a chance element, meaning it might help or hinder depending on luck.

Which deck it belongs in

It suits decks that rely on discarding and retrieving specific Restored Pokemon. Players who want to control the pace of their recovery will find it useful.

Strengths
  • Recovers discarded cards
  • Works for both players
  • Adds strategic depth
Watch out for
  • Relies on luck
  • Affects opponent too
  • Requires Restored Pokemon
Pro tip

Check if your child has enough Restored Pokemon in their discard pile to make the coin flip worthwhile.

Good to know

Twist Mountain is a location featured in the Pokemon Gold and Silver games where players can find rare items.

Note for the parent

Ask your child if they prefer the consistency of searching directly or the excitement of a coin flip.

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