Pokemon TCGP

Pokemon Trading Card Game (TCG) Pocket Guide

Introduction

Pokemon TCG Pocket is a digital version of the Pokemon Trading Card Game. This guide covers essential concepts and strategies for both new and intermediate players.

Basic Card Types

1. Pokemon Cards

1. Basic Pokemon

   • Can be played directly from hand
   • No evolution stage marking
   • Foundation for evolution chains
   • Examples: Pikachu, Eevee

2. Stage 1 Pokemon

   • Evolves from Basic Pokemon
   • Marked "Stage 1" in top-left corner
   • Shows evolution source
   • Example: Raichu (evolves from Pikachu)

3. Stage 2 Pokemon

   • Evolves from Stage 1 Pokemon
   • Marked "Stage 2" in top-left corner
   • Example: Venusaur (evolves from Ivysaur)

4. Special Pokemon

   • V Cards: Powerful basic Pokemon
   • VMAX Cards: Evolve from V cards
   • EX Cards: Special powerful Pokemon
   • GX Cards: Feature unique GX moves

2. Trainer Cards

1. Items

   • One-time use effects
   • No usage limit per turn
   • Example: Poke Ball, Potion

2. Supporters

   • Limited to one per turn
   • Powerful effects
   • Example: Professor's Research, Lillie

3. Stadium Cards

   • Field effect cards
   • Only one active at a time
   • Affects both players

3. Energy Cards

1. Basic Energy

   • Grass, Fire, Water, etc.
   • No quantity limit in deck
   • One attachment per turn

2. Special Energy

   • Unique effects
   • Limited to 4 copies
   • May provide multiple energy types

Game Mechanics

1. Field Layout

• Active Pokemon Zone (1 Pokemon)
• Bench (up to 5 Pokemon)
• Hand
• Deck
• Discard Pile
• Prize Cards

2. Turn Structure

1. Draw a card
2. Play Pokemon/evolve
3. Attach energy (once per turn)
4. Use trainer cards
5. Attack (ends turn)

Deck Building

1. Basic Deck Composition

• Total cards: 60 (exact)
• Pokemon: 14-20 cards
• Trainer cards: 30-35 cards
• Energy cards: 10-15 cards

2. Deck Building Strategies

Fast Attack Decks

• Focus: Quick damage dealing
• Pokemon: Mainly basic Pokemon
• Energy: 8-12 cards
• Trainers: Heavy search and draw support

Evolution Decks

• Focus: Powerful evolved Pokemon
• Pokemon: Complete evolution chains
• Energy: 12-15 cards
• Trainers: Evolution support cards

Control Decks

• Focus: Limiting opponent's actions
• Pokemon: Control-oriented abilities
• Energy: 10-12 cards
• Trainers: Disruption cards

3. Key Deck Building Principles

1. Consistency

   • Clear win condition
   • All cards support main strategy
   • Avoid unrelated cards

2. Reliability

   • 4 copies of key cards
   • Adequate energy supply
   • Complete evolution lines

3. Speed

   • Sufficient draw support
   • Quick access to key cards
   • Prevent dead hands

Advanced Strategies

1. Card Ratios

• Search cards: 8-12
• Draw supporters: 8-12
• Tool cards: 2-4
• Switch cards: 2-3

2. Meta Considerations

• Study current meta
• Include counter cards
• Maintain strategy flexibility

3. Testing Guidelines

• Test opening hands
• Verify energy consistency
• Check strategy flow

Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. Overcomplicating

   • Too many Pokemon types
   • Complex energy requirements
   • Unclear strategy

2. Energy Problems

   • Insufficient energy
   • Poor energy acceleration
   • Unbalanced special energy

3. Draw Support Issues

   • Insufficient draw cards
   • Lack of search options
   • Poor card flow

Victory Conditions

1. Collect all prize cards
2. Knock out all opponent's Pokemon
3. Opponent cannot draw a card