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500 Cards No clue…



I've been using the Dragonshield app to scan and manage my card collection, but I'm looking for a more intuitive tool that can help me import, export, scan, and automatically build decks, as I'm quite new to this. While I've started manually entering data into https://www.pkmn.gg and have premium access there and on Dragonshield, I haven't found the functionality I need. Perhaps I should try scanning with one service and importing into another to facilitate deck building. I also have a few foil cards, though I'm not too concerned about official regulations—I just want to enjoy playing with my 10-year-old. Any suggestions for a user-friendly app or service that could help?

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1I5k6Nr6rQj4VsgGhXIsjqJZVLWS20qhI

based on Card Name and Card Number this is what Kagi.com (Gpt-4o) said:

To build a good beginner deck, you'll want to focus on a few key aspects: having a balanced mix of Pokémon, Trainer cards, and Energy cards. Since this is a beginner deck, we'll aim for simplicity and effectiveness.

Given the variety of cards you have, I'll suggest a deck that centers around a couple of strong Pokémon and includes supporting cards to help them out. Let's build a Water-type deck with a splash of other types for versatility.

Pokémon (20)

  1. Blastoise (17) – Main attacker with high HP and strong attacks.
  2. Squirtle (7) x2 – Basic Pokémon for evolving into Blastoise.
  3. Azumarill (65) – Secondary attacker with useful abilities.
  4. Marill (not listed, but if available) x2 – Basic Pokémon for evolving into Azumarill.
  5. Barraskewda (83) – Fast and strong attacker.
  6. Arrokuda (82) x2 – Basic Pokémon for evolving into Barraskewda.
  7. Pikachu (52) – Versatile attacker with low energy cost.
  8. Raichu (50) – Evolves from Pikachu, good for quick attacks.
  9. Eevee (52) – Versatile Basic Pokémon.
  10. Leafeon (13) – Evolves from Eevee, provides a Grass-type option.
  11. Gible (107) x2 – Basic Pokémon for potential evolution (if you have Gabite/Garchomp).
  12. Great Ball (164) x2 – Basic search card to get your Pokémon quickly.

Trainer Cards (20)

  1. Great Ball (164/202) x2 – Helps in quickly finding Pokémon from the deck.
  2. Escape Rope (125/163) x2 – For switching Pokémon when needed.
  3. Copycat (143/203) – Useful for drawing cards.
  4. Barry (130) x2 – Simple draw support.
  5. Bede (157) – Helps in attaching extra energy.
  6. Evolution Incense (163) x2 – Helps in finding evolution cards.
  7. Potion (177) x2 – Basic healing.
  8. Switch (183/202) x2 – For switching Pokémon without retreat cost.
  9. Cape of Toughness (160) – Increases HP of your Basic Pokémon.
  10. Bug Catcher (226) x2 – Draw support.
  11. Energy Retrieval (not listed, but if you have it) – To get energy from the discard pile.

Energy Cards (20)

  1. Water Energy x10
  2. Electric Energy x5
  3. Grass Energy x3
  4. Double Colorless Energy (if you have it) x2

Strategy

  • Blastoise and Azumarill act as your main attackers, supported by quick and versatile Pokémon like Pikachu and Raichu.
  • Use Great Ball and Evolution Incense to quickly set up your evolutions.
  • Escape Rope and Switch provide flexibility in switching your Pokémon during battles.
  • Barry and Bug Catcher help keep your hand filled with useful cards.
  • Cape of Toughness can help keep your Basic Pokémon in play longer.

This deck should give you a solid foundation with a mix of strong attackers, support cards, and energy management, making it a good start for a beginner.

by rmccurdyDOTcom

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