| Red Card | ||
|---|---|---|
| # | Method | Repeatable? |
| 1 | Battle Maison’s Exchange Service Corner – 32 BP | Yes |
The only way to obtain a Red Card in the game is by visiting the Battle Maison’s Exchange Service Corner, where it can be exchanged for 32 Battle Points (BP). This facility is situated at the Battle Resort – so you’ll only have access to this item after you complete the Delta Episode.
Uses
The Red Card is a held item that forces an attacking Pokémon to switch out when it hits any Pokémon holding this item with a damaging move. But the holder needs to survive the hit without fainting for the Red Card to activate.
Once this effect takes place and the attacker is switched out, the Red Card is used up and subsequently disappears.
Though it’s not common to see a Red Card being used in competitive battles, it can still be a useful item in certain situations.
The Red Card proves to be particularly helpful in forcing out Pokémon that might have used set-up moves like Dragon Dance or Calm Mind.
Letting your Pokémon hold a Red Card just might catch your opponent off-guard, especially in double battles where it could potentially disrupt their strategy.
However, avoid letting less bulky Pokémon use a Red Card, as they may struggle to survive a single strong attack.
