What Is Stage 1 Pokemon in Pokemon TCG?
Pokemon that evolve from a Basic Pokemon. They are generally more powerful than their Basic counterparts.
Stage 1 Pokemon are placed on top of the corresponding Basic Pokemon from your hand. You cannot play a Stage 1 directly without the Basic. Examples: Charizard evolves from Charmeleon (Stage 1) which evolves from Charmander (Basic) — but Charizard ex is Basic.
What is Stage 1 Pokemon in the Pokemon TCG?↓
Pokemon that evolve from a Basic Pokemon. They are generally more powerful than their Basic counterparts.
How does Stage 1 Pokemon work?↓
Stage 1 Pokemon are placed on top of the corresponding Basic Pokemon from your hand. You cannot play a Stage 1 directly without the Basic. Examples: Charizard evolves from Charmeleon (Stage 1) which evolves from Charmander (Basic) — but Charizard ex is Basic.
What is related to Stage 1 Pokemon?↓
Related concepts include: Evolution, Basic Pokemon, Stage 2 Pokemon.