> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://lunarpuff.gitbook.io/lunarpuff-s-axie-guide/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://lunarpuff.gitbook.io/lunarpuff-s-axie-guide/game-mechanics/axies/cards.md).

# Cards

## How to Read Card Attributes

![](/files/-McTdKNZy4IDFqNnjSus)

Taking the above card as an example:-\
\
The big yellow icon on the left-hand corner of the card indicates the amount of **Energy** needed for the card to be played—in this case, 0.\
\
The sword icon that is colored red displays how much **Damage** the card will deal when played—in this case, 50.\
\
Furthermore, the shield icon that is colored green shows how much **Shield** the card will provide when played—in this case, 0.\
\
Lastly,  the card itself has an **Effect** that is described below its image.

{% hint style="info" %}
Since Axie is turned base, a card's shield only lasts for one round.
{% endhint %}