Mastering the Hunt: Unlock Giovanni in Pokemon TCG Pocket
Unlocking Giovanni in Pokémon TCG Pocket
Giovanni has made a significant return in Pokémon TCG Pocket, stepping away from his typically villainous persona to become a vital supportive Trainer. His role enhances the attack damage of your Active Pokémon, making him an essential addition to many decks. Fortunately, acquiring Giovanni is straightforward, allowing players to get multiple copies early in the game. Here’s everything you need to know about this powerful Trainer.
Giovanni: Overview
Card Name and Number: Giovanni, A1, #223
Type: Trainer Card (Supporter)
Rarity: Two-diamond (uncommon)
Ability: Increases the ATK DMG of your Active Pokémon by +10 for one turn.
Board Condition: You can play only one Giovanni card per turn.
Illustrator: Hideki Ishikawa
In Pokémon TCG Pocket, Giovanni stands out as an S-Tier Supporter, boosting your attack damage by 10 for a single round. However, be mindful that if you don’t attack after playing him, the buff will be wasted. With a limit of two Giovanni cards per deck, you can achieve a maximum buff of 20, particularly advantageous in the early game. His universal synergy makes Giovanni a valuable asset, especially when your attack misses the knockout threshold. This ensures your opponent can’t escape your onslaught.
How to Obtain Giovanni
You can find Giovanni in Mewtwo booster packs from the Genetic Apex expansion. The chance of pulling a two-diamond Giovanni Trainer Card is approximately 4.562%. There are two versions available: the two-diamond base form and the two-star full-art variant, both offering identical stats and abilities.
Giovanni Card Drop Rates
- Two-diamond: 4th Slot: 2.571%, 5th Slot: 0.222%
- Two-star (full-art): 4th Slot: 0.055%, 5th Slot: 1.714%
Crafting Giovanni
If you prefer crafting, you can exchange 70 Pack Points for one Giovanni card. To accumulate these points, you’ll need to open around 14 booster packs. After gathering enough points, navigate to the Pack Point Exchange menu in the booster pack tab to craft Giovanni, who will be listed among other two-diamond Supporter Cards. Crafting the two-star variant requires 1,250 Pack Points and is recommended only if you’re pursuing one of Pokémon Pocket’s secret missions.
Using Giovanni in Wonder Picks
To keep track of Giovanni, you can wishlist him. Whenever he appears in offers, a heart icon will notify you above the Wonder Pick button. You can spend some of your Hourglasses to attempt pulling Giovanni, boasting a one-in-five chance of success.
Is Giovanni Worth It?
Giovanni’s universal synergy with all deck archetypes makes him an indispensable Trainer Card. He allows you to add up to 20 extra damage effortlessly, enhancing your gameplay without any drawbacks. In our tier list of the best Supporters in Pokémon Pocket, Giovanni ranks among the top three trainers, showcasing his strength in the current metagame.
