Duraludon Card Details
Basic Information
- Name: Duraludon
- Card Type: Basic Pokémon
- Type: Metal (⚙️)
- HP: 130
- Card Number: 106/142 ●
- Rarity: Rare
- Illustrator: Takeshi Nakamura
Card Statistics
- Pokédex Entry: No. 0884 Alloy Pokémon
- Height: 5'11"
- Weight: 88.2 lbs.
- Weakness: Fire (🔥) ×2
- Resistance: Grass (🌱) -30
- Retreat Cost: ⚪⚪ (2 Energy)
Attack Details
Hammer In
- Cost: ⚙️ (1 Metal Energy)
- Damage: 30
- Effect: None
Raging Hammer
- Cost: ⚙️⚙️⚪ (2 Metal Energy + 1 Colorless Energy)
- Damage: 80+
- Effect: This attack does 10 more damage for each damage counter on this Pokémon.
Card Art Description
The artwork depicts Duraludon standing majestically against a dramatic sunset backdrop with towering red-orange cliffs. The Pokémon's metallic body gleams in the warm light, emphasizing its angular, crystalline design. The composition creates a striking contrast between the mechanical Pokémon and the natural landscape.
Card Text
The flavor text reads: "Its metal body is durable but prone to retaining heat. It vents this heat from the slits in its tail."
Strategy Guide
For Beginners
- Basic attack "Hammer In" provides consistent early game damage
- "Raging Hammer" becomes stronger as Duraludon takes damage
- Consider using healing cards to maintain longevity while building damage
- Metal-type resistance to Grass can be valuable in certain matchups
For Intermediate Players
- Use damage modifiers to strategically build up damage counters
- Combine with cards that allow damage manipulation
- Take advantage of the relatively low retreat cost for strategic switching
- Consider tools that boost Metal-type attacks
For Advanced Players
- Build strategies around damage counter manipulation
- Use "Raging Hammer" as a comeback mechanic
- Consider cards that prevent healing to maintain damage counters
- Exploit the Metal typing for specific meta matchups
Competitive Tips
- Calculate optimal damage thresholds for "Raging Hammer"
- Keep track of damage counters for maximum attack potential
- Use strategic healing to maintain survivability while keeping damage
- Consider switching tactics against Fire-type threats
- Utilize the Grass resistance in favorable matchups
Collection Notes
- Part of the Scarlet & Violet: Prismatic Evolutions expansion
- Features dynamic artwork showcasing both natural and mechanical elements
- The metallic card border complements Duraludon's design
- Illustrator Takeshi Nakamura captures the essence of the Alloy Pokémon perfectly