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· Many players mistakenly believe 'Caterpie' is weak due to its low HP, but it actually possesses a powerful ability to evolve by defeating opponent's Pokémon, similar to the abilities of 'Jigglypuff' and 'Darkrai'.
· Even if the opponent deals 50 damage using a combination of 'Jigglypuff' and 'Darkrai', causing 'Caterpie' to be knocked out, it can still evolve even when its HP reaches 0. This is an innovative mechanism different from traditional evolution methods.
· Thanks to this ability, 'Caterpie' can evolve into 'Butterfree' at an incredibly fast pace, far exceeding normal evolution speeds. This allows for deck compression, reducing the deck by 2-3 cards while enabling evolution.
· Evolution to 'Metapod' is guaranteed for 'Caterpie', and it can then evolve into 'Butterfree' using cards like 'Evolution Incense'. This enhances synergy with 2-evolution Pokémon.
· It can strongly contend against meta decks like the 'Jigglypuff-Darkrai' deck, and adding cards like 'Pokémon Communication' or 'Origaon' can increase the deck's flexibility.
· It demonstrates powerful early-game potential by rapidly deploying 'Butterfree' to one-hit KO pre-evolved opponent Pokémon. This speed is impossible with traditional deck builds.
· Deploying 'Lickitung' early is crucial, as it increases the options for leading with 'Caterpie'. 'Lickitung' is a Baby Pokémon that costs 0 energy, synergizing well with 'Caterpie'.
· Even against the 'Jigglypuff-Darkrai' deck, victory can be achieved through 'Caterpie's' rapid evolution and recovery using 'Pokémon Communication'.

· In the first game, it showcased an astonishing speed by completing 'Butterfree' within just 2 turns of going first, one-hit KO-ing the opponent's pre-evolved Pokémon. This is possible due to deck compression and rapid evolution.
· In the second game, the opponent prepared 'Talonflame' with 'Rescue Scarf' and energy, but 'Caterpie's' rapid evolution knocked out 'Talonflame'. 'Caterpie' evolved from 'Metapod' to 'Butterfree' in one turn, skipping stages.
· The reason for including 'Lickitung' is to lead with 'Caterpie' early on, and it pairs well with Baby Pokémon that cost 0 energy.
· When the opponent's 'Shroomish' becomes asleep, recovery is achieved using 'Pokémon Communication' for the win. It avoids status conditions from evolution early on, and can recover from them later with 'Pokémon Communication'.
· The opponent in the second game is presumed to be a 'Meowscarada' deck, and they draw 1 card using 'Palafin'. However, 'Caterpie's' evolution is not smooth, leading to the choice of attacking with 'Lickitung'.
· Deck compression using 'Palafin' makes it easy to reduce hand size, synergizing well with cards like 'Evolution Incense' or 'Caterpie' evolving into 'Metapod'.
· To counter the opponent's 'Palafin', 'Blowers' are used to reduce hand size, allowing 'Melotta' to be drawn next turn with 'Evolution'. The choice is made to attack with 'Lickitung'.
· A single 'Butterfree' is sufficient, and it can evolve using 'Evolution Incense'. Even with two 'Butterfree' deployed, there are few situations where it's overwhelmingly powerful, so only one is used.
· If going first, leading with 'Lickitung' is more advantageous than 'Caterpie'.
· In the match against the 'Kingambit' deck, the 'Banshee's Field' is used to double the opponent's weaknesses, amplifying damage. While the rapid deployment of the 'Kingambit' deck is difficult to understand, a one-hit KO is possible with 'Jukain'.
· The 'Jukain' deck is a 2-evolution archetype, but thanks to 'Caterpie's' ability, it can evolve reliably. This deck is powerful enough to achieve consecutive wins in random matches.

· The 'Iron Valiant' deck, introduced in the new pack, uses Water and Colorless energy and benefits from the 'Iron Head' ability. Instead of deploying 'Lickitung', the timing for using 'Palafin' is considered for rapid deployment.
· 'Iron Valiant' can deal 50-120 damage if 'Iron Leaves' is deployed on turn 1, showing strong performance.
· It's important to draw 'Evolution Incense' and attack 'Iron Valiant' with 'Butterfree', while using 'Palafin' for hand replacement. This maximizes deck compression performance, reducing the deck down to 7 cards.
· Even after deck compression using 'Professor's Research', the probability of winning remains high. The previous 'Jukain' deck focused on leading with 'Hisuian Samurott', but the change to a 'Butterfree' focus has improved deck compression and stability.
· Knocking out 'Iron Valiant ex' allows for a one-hit KO with 'Jukain', and victory can be achieved using cards like 'Professor's Research', 'Bravery Charm', and 'Jukain'.
· The 'Jukain' deck also has excellent sniping capabilities with 'Glimmora', but there's insufficient space for cards like 'Celebi'. Since 'Metapod' must be included twice for 'Caterpie's' ability to activate, deck construction is challenging.
· Drawing 'Jukain' using 'Professor's Research' leads to victory.
· The 'Caterpie' deck is a top 3 powerful card in the current pack, and it's worth obtaining and using, especially since a shiny 'Caterpie' is also implemented.
· In the match against the 'Kingambit' deck, 'Banshee's Field' is used to double weaknesses and amplify damage. While the rapid deployment of the 'Kingambit' deck is difficult to understand, a one-hit KO is possible with 'Jukain'.
· The 'Jukain' deck is a 2-evolution archetype, but thanks to 'Caterpie's' ability, it can evolve reliably. This deck is powerful enough to achieve consecutive wins in random matches.

· The 'Caterpie-Jukain' deck is evaluated as a powerful deck belonging to the top tier in the current meta.
· It particularly showcases rapid evolution and overwhelming offensive power by utilizing 'Caterpie's' hidden, potent abilities.
· Effective strategies can be employed against various decks, including 'Jigglypuff-Darkrai', 'Iron Valiant', and 'Kingambit'.
· With excellent deck compression and stability, it's a recommended deck for both beginners and experienced players.
· A shiny 'Caterpie' is also implemented, so be sure to obtain and try it if you have the chance.