Pokemon TCG Pocket Sleep Status Explained
- By Riley
- Feb 25,2025
In Pokémon TCG Pocket, Sleep is a significant hindrance. While easily cured, its impact can be game-altering. This guide details Sleep's effects and cures.
Understanding Sleep in Pokémon TCG Pocket
Sleep renders a Pokémon unable to attack, use abilities, or retreat. An active Pokémon afflicted with Sleep becomes a vulnerable target.
Curing Sleep
Two primary methods exist:
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Coin Toss: Each turn, a coin toss determines if the Sleep condition is resolved. This can happen quickly or take multiple turns.
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Evolution: Evolving a sleeping Pokémon instantly cures it.
A less common method involves the Koga Trainer card, which returns a sleeping Weezing or Muk to your hand.
Sleep-Inducing Cards
Eight cards currently inflict Sleep:
| Sleep Card | Method | Acquisition Method |
|---|---|---|
| Darkrai (A2 109) | Guaranteed effect of "Dark Void" attack | Space-Time Smackdown (Dialga) |
| Flabebe (A1a 036) | Guaranteed effect of "Hypnotic Gaze" attack | Mythical Island |
| Frosmoth (A1 093) | Guaranteed effect of "Powder Snow" attack | Genetic Apex |
| Hypno (A1 125) | Coin flip via "Sleep Pendulum" ability | Genetic Apex (Pikachu) |
| Jigglypuff (P-A 022) | Guaranteed effect of "Sing" attack | Promo-A |
| Shiinotic (A1a 008) | Guaranteed secondary effect of "Flickering Spores" | Mythical Island |
| Vileplume (A1 013) | Side effect of "Soothing Scent" | Genetic Apex (Charizard) |
| Wigglytuff ex (A1 195) | Additional effect of "Sleepy Song" attack | Genetic Apex (Pikachu) |
Hypno's Strategic Advantage
Hypno stands out due to its ability to inflict Sleep from the bench, without needing Energy. This makes it a potent support card for Psychic decks, particularly alongside Mewtwo ex and Gardevoir. While Frosmoth and Wigglytuff ex are viable, Hypno's efficiency currently surpasses them.
Now equipped with this knowledge of Sleep's mechanics, explore other powerful deck strategies in Pokémon TCG Pocket.
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