Resolving the Confused Status Effect: A Practical Guide

Among the five status effects in Pokémon TCG Pocket, Confusion stands out as particularly irritating. Unlike the other conditions, Confusion can persist until it is explicitly removed. In contrast to Sleep, which lasts for a defined duration, Confusion can continue to be a hassle for your active Pokémon until you find a way to treat it. It’s a complex mechanic that requires careful handling.

With the introduction of new cards in the Space-Time Smackdown expansion, players will need to strategize around three different methods to manage the Sleep status condition. This is in addition to completing the latest secret missions in Pokémon TCG Pocket. Therefore, having awareness of which cards can inflict Confusion can help you prepare for the strategies your opponents might employ.

Understanding Confusion and Its Consequences

Impeding Pokémon Actions

When a Pokémon is afflicted by Confusion in Pokémon TCG Pocket, there’s a chance it won’t be able to launch an attack. This is determined by a coin flip that must occur each time you attempt to use a move with that Pokémon. Notably, even if your intention is to use an attack that doesn’t deal damage, the coin flip is still part of the process.

If the coin flip results in heads, your Pokémon can proceed with the attack. If it lands on tails, the attempt fails. For players utilizing fast and aggressive decks, such as the current top Fighting-type deck, Confusion can severely hinder your tempo, especially since it remains in effect for the entire duration the affected Pokémon is active.

How to Remove Confusion in Pokémon TCG Pocket

Retreat, Evolve, or Lum Berry

To cure the Confusion status in Pokémon TCG Pocket, you have three options: retreat to the bench, evolve the Pokémon, or use the Lum Berry Tool card. This useful addition from the Palkia pack in the Space-Time Smackdown expansion can help remove any status effect at the end of your turn, although it will be discarded afterward. If you’re surprised by a Confusion card, this gives you an excellent opportunity to counter it before it turns into a serious threat.

However, if the source of Confusion has enough endurance, such as Mismagius Ex with its substantial HP, the Lum Berry might not suffice. If you are on the verge of victory and your Confused Pokémon is charged with enough Energy, it might be worth trying your luck with the coin flip to see if you can land a decisive hit. If not, remember that the simplest way to address Confusion in Pokémon TCG Pocket is by retreated your Pokémon to the bench if you lack a Lum Berry or evolution cards on hand.