Beginner Basics

Find out exactly what to buy to start Pokémon TCG. We share 3 starter decks that give you everything needed to start battling today! This post may contain affiliate links. See our affiliate policy for more information. So you’re ready to start playing Pokémon cards. But wait…Your local store looks like a Poké-carnival has just […]

The Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) is a tabletop game where two players battle each other using a unique 60-card deck of Pokémon, Energy, and Trainer cards. It’s easy to learn, full of strategy, and perfect for anyone who loves Pokémon. This post may contain affiliate links. See our affiliate policy for more information. Ever

Pokémon Prize cards are six face-down cards set aside at the start of a battle. You take one (or more) for each Knock Out. Take all six to win. Learn how to map your prizes to gain the competitive edge. This post may contain affiliate links. See our affiliate policy for more information. Ever wonder

HP (Hit Points) on a Pokémon card shows how much damage a Pokémon can take before it’s knocked out, discarded, and your opponent takes a Prize card. HP is important because it determines survival and overall strategy when creating a Pokémon deck. This post may contain affiliate links. See our affiliate policy for more information.

The discard pile in Pokémon TCG sits next to your deck. It is where used, knocked out, or discarded cards go. Learn how PTCG deck strategies rely on discarding and retrieving cards to set up powerful combos. This post may contain affiliate links. See our affiliate policy for more information. Ever looked at your Pokémon

Pokémon TCG damage comes from attacks and helps you knock out your opponent’s Pokémon. It’s tracked with counters- 10 damage per counter. If the total damage equals or exceeds a Pokémon’s HP, it’s Knocked Out, and you take a Prize card. This guide explains the rules for applying damage in Pokémon TCG. This post may

Weakness & resistance in Pokémon cards act as damage modifiers. Weakness doubles damage, whilst resistance reduces damage by 30. Learn the importance of this mechanic for playing Pokémon TCG. This post may contain affiliate links. See our affiliate policy for more information. You see those little icons near the bottom of your Pokémon card? The

Attacking in Pokémon cards involves declaring the attack, dealing damage, and applying any attack effects. A Pokémon must have the required Energy Cost attached to use the attack. Keep reading to learn how this works. This post may contain affiliate links. See our affiliate policy for more information. Attacking is one of the most satisfying

Pokémon card Abilities are special effects that can be activated before attacking. They help power your setup, create combos, and add unique ways to play the Pokémon TCG. Learn how Abilities work to gain the strategic edge in your next battle. This post may contain affiliate links. See our affiliate policy for more information. Abilities

Pokémon TCG evolution turns Basic Pokémon into stronger Stage 1 or Stage 2 versions by placing the new card on top. Evolving increases HP and unlocks new Attacks and Abilities. Master this mechanic to build better decks and win more battles. This post may contain affiliate links. See our affiliate policy for more information. Pokémon