Professor's Research (Platane) Card Details

Basic Information

• Name: Professor's Research
• Card Type: Trainer - Supporter
• Card Number: 167/175
• Rarity: Uncommon
• Illustrator: Teeziro
• Featured Character: Professor Sycamore (Platane)

Card Effect

Discard your hand and draw 7 cards.

Card Art Description

The artwork depicts Professor Sycamore in a charismatic pose in front of his modern Kalos research facility. He is shown in his stylish blue jacket and red scarf, with a confident and welcoming gesture. The background features a contemporary building with elegant architecture and landscaping, reflecting the sophisticated atmosphere of the Kalos region.

Strategy Guide

For Beginners

• Powerful draw support for refreshing your hand
• Easy to understand effect
• Helps find key cards quickly
• Great for starting new strategies

For Intermediate Players

• Use strategically to maximize hand advantage
• Consider timing to minimize discarding valuable resources
• Can be used to thin deck
• Useful for setting up combinations

For Advanced Players

• Key component in setup strategies
• Can be used to discard specific cards intentionally
• Consider using with recovery cards
• Important for consistency in competitive decks

Competitive Tips

1. Time usage carefully to maximize value
2. Be aware of cards you're discarding
3. Consider alternative draw options
4. Use early game for maximum impact
5. Track remaining copies in deck

Deck Building Tips

• Standard inclusion in most competitive decks
• Consider running multiple copies
• Combine with recovery effects
• Essential for consistency

Collection Notes

• Part of the Scarlet & Violet: Prismatic Evolutions expansion
• Features unique artwork of Professor Sycamore
• Continues the tradition of Professor's Research cards
• Art style emphasizes the modern and sophisticated nature of Kalos region