In a message dated 6/1/99 9:41:54 AM EST, thepojo@thepojo.com writes: Ok, this deck needs a little work. There is no reason to play more of the stage 1 than basic in any evolution. Try 4 Basic, 2 stage 1 (because of breeders), and 1 or 2 stage 2. Also, I think you might need a staller to help you early in the game. I play 4 Chansey in my Raindance deck. He helps stall while you build up blastoise, Poliwrath, and Gyarados on the bench. If u don't have Chansey, u can try Zapdos or onix, thanx to your scoop ups and switches. just throw a staller out first turn, then soakk damage until u scoop up bringing Gyarados to the rescue. -Dan Mayo << THE DROWNER DECK > > 1 blastoise > 4 wartortle > 3 squirtle > 1 poliwrath > 4 poliwhirl > 3 poliwag > 1 garados > 3 magicarp > 2 coumpter search > 2 pokemon breeders > 2 pokemon traders > 3 gust of wind > 4 switch > 3 scoop up > 24 water energy > >>