Pokemon TCG Pocket: Paralyzed, Explained (& All Cards with ‘Paralyze’ Ability)

This guide explores the Paralyze condition in Pokémon TCG Pocket, including how it works, how to cure it, and strategies for incorporating it into your deck.

Quick Links

• What is Paralyzed in Pokémon TCG Pocket?
• Which Cards Inflict Paralysis?
• How to Recover from Paralysis
• Building a Paralyze Deck

Pokémon TCG Pocket faithfully recreates the Paralyzed status effect from the physical card game. This condition temporarily immobilizes the opponent's Active Pokémon, preventing attacks and retreats for a single turn.

What is Paralyzed in Pokémon TCG Pocket?

The Paralyzed condition restricts the opponent's Active Pokémon from attacking or retreating for one turn. The effect automatically wears off before the opponent's next turn begins.

Paralyzed vs. Asleep

Both Paralyzed and Asleep prevent attacks and retreats. However, Paralyzed resolves automatically, while Asleep requires a coin flip or specific card effects to cure.

Paralyzed in Pocket vs. Physical TCG

Unlike the physical TCG, Pokémon TCG Pocket currently lacks Trainer cards that specifically counter Paralysis. However, the core mechanic remains consistent: a Paralyzed Pokémon is incapacitated for one turn.

Which Cards Inflict Paralysis?

Currently, only three cards in the Genetic Apex expansion inflict Paralysis: Pincurchin, Elektross, and Articuno. Each uses a coin flip, introducing an element of chance.

How to Recover from Paralysis?

Four methods exist to remove the Paralyzed status:

1. Time: The effect automatically ends at the start of your next turn.
2. Evolution: Evolving the Paralyzed Pokémon instantly cures it.
3. Retreat: Retreating the Pokémon removes the effect (since Bench Pokémon cannot have Special Conditions).
4. Support Cards: Currently, only Koga's effect counters Paralysis, but only under specific conditions (Weezing or Muk).

Building a Paralyze Deck

Paralysis alone isn't a strong deck archetype. Combining it with Asleep, however, creates a more effective strategy. A combination of Articuno & Frosmoth, leveraging both conditions, offers a viable approach.

Sample Paralyze/Asleep Deck List

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