Engineers AdjustmentsUnleashed #75 Pokémon Card

Supporter cards are a unique and essential mechanic in the Pokémon Trading Card Game, acting as trainers who provide strategic advantages rather than being Pokémon themselves. Unlike Pokémon, Supporter cards do not have HP, attacks, types, or evolution lines. Instead, they represent various characters from the Pokémon world – ranging from Gym Leaders and Professors to everyday trainers and even Pokémon themselves in some instances – offering a diverse array of effects that can turn the tide of a battle. Introduced early in the TCG's history, Supporter cards quickly became a cornerstone of deck building, allowing players to draw cards, search their deck for specific cards, heal their Pokémon, or disrupt their opponent's strategy. Their role is to provide powerful, one-time effects that are crucial for maintaining board presence, setting up attacks, or recovering from setbacks. Each Supporter card typically depicts a character in a dynamic pose, often engaged in an activity related to their card's effect or their persona within the Pokémon universe. The "Engineer's Adjustments" card, for example, features an engineer meticulously working on electronic equipment, perfectly aligning with its effect of adjusting one's hand. Supporter cards are fundamental to the strategic depth of the Pokémon TCG, requiring players to carefully consider when and how to deploy them for maximum impact.