Forretress ex 005/193
Set: Paldea Evolved
Released: Jun 9, 2023
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Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #205
- Card Number 005/193
- Card RarityDouble Rare
- Illustrator5ban Graphics
- Release Date09/06/2023
- Regulation MarkG
- SeriesScarlet & Violet
- Expansion Paldea Evolved
- Evolves From
- Standard FormatLegal
- Expanded FormatLegal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraModern
- Production StatusIn Print
- RegionJohto
- Generation Generation 2
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Grass - Health Points270 HP
- Weakness
Fire ×2
- Retreat Cost
Colorless ×3
Grass 
Fire ×2 
Abilities
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Ability:
Exploding Energy
Once during your turn, you may search your deck for up to 5 Basic Grass Energy cards and attach them to your Pokémon in any way you like. Then, shuffle your deck. If you searched your deck in this way, this Pokémon is Knocked Out.
Attacks
- Guard Press120
During your opponent's next turn, this Pokémon takes 30 less damage from attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
Rules
- Tera: As long as this Pokémon is on your Bench, prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks (both yours and your opponent's).
- Pokémon ex rule: When your Pokémon ex is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Forretress surrounded by vibrant green leaves, bursting with radiant energy and crystal shards, exuding a powerful, glowing aura that highlights its defensive strength and dynamic, explosive nature in an intense forest setting.
Playability Overview
Forretress ex offers strategic energy acceleration balanced by a high-risk drawback, while its bench protection and damage reduction support devising defensive and energy-focused plays.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Energy ExplosionThis Forretress ex card brings a dynamic energy to the collection with its "Exploding Energy" ability. The vibrant colors and techy design lend themselves perfectly to an "Energized" theme. Pair it with other cards that showcase intense energy effects or intricate machinery, creating a visually striking page that feels alive with potential.Additional Binder Suggestions: Forest / Charged / Futuristic / Power Surge / Tech Vibes
