Garchomp, renowned as one of the most formidable Dragon types in Pokemon history, has been elevated to Ex status with the introduction of the Triumphant Light expansion set in Pokemon TCG Pocket. Here, we'll explore the top Garchomp Ex decks that players can leverage to dominate the game.
Best Garchomp Ex Decks in Pokemon TCG Pocket
It's crucial to understand that Cynthica is not compatible with Garchomp Ex; she only synergizes with the base form. Garchomp Ex's prowess lies in its ability to bypass defensive walls like Druddigon and other high HP Pokemon, directly threatening your opponent's bench. However, being a Stage 2 Pokemon, the challenge lies in getting Garchomp Ex into play before opponents can overwhelm you with faster decks, such as those featuring Exeggutor Ex.
Garchomp Ex's Linear Attack, which inflicts 50 damage to a Pokemon on the active spot or bench, is the primary reason to include this card in your deck. The 100 damage Dragon Claw attack, requiring 3 Energy, isn't as cost-effective, but the Triumphant Light versions of Gible and Gabite provide respectable damage output with just one Energy, making them solid choices for early game pressure.
Below are three deck builds that effectively utilize Garchomp Ex in Pokemon TCG Pocket:
Hitmonchan Deck (Fighting Energy)
- Gible x2 (Triumphant Light)
- Gabite x2 (Triumphant Light)
- Garchomp EX x2
- Hitmonchan x2
- Marshadow x1
- Professor’s Research x2
- Cyrus x2
- Sabrina x1
- Poke Ball x2
- Pokemon Communication x2
- X Speed x2
This deck strategy involves applying consistent pressure with Hitmonchan while evolving your Garchomp Ex line in the background. Farfetch’d can serve as an alternative to Hitmonchan, depending on the meta; however, Hitmonchan has an advantage against Arceus Ex. If your opponent retreats a damaged Pokemon, you can use Cyrus to pull it back into the active position for a Dragon Claw attack or hit it with Linear Attack while it's on the bench. Marshadow is your cleanup crew if any of your Pokemon fall.
Aerodactyl EX Deck (Fighting Energy)
- Gible x2 (Triumphant Light)
- Gabite x2 (Triumphant Light)
- Garchomp Ex x2
- Amber Fossil x2
- Aerodactyl Ex x2
- Marshadow x1
- Professor’s Research x2
- Cyrus x2
- Poke Ball x2
- Pokemon Communication x1
- X Speed x2
This deck focuses on evolving from Gible to Gabite and finally to Garchomp Ex. Aerodactyl Ex complements this strategy, as Poke Ball cannot fetch the Amber Fossil needed for its evolution. With only one Marshadow, you're likely to start with Gible. Garchomp Ex's low energy requirement makes Linear Attack viable, while Aerodactyl Ex serves as a late-game sweeper or a switch-in option. All cards in this deck have a retreat cost of 1, making X Speeds crucial for maneuvering. Be wary of your opponent's Cyrus plays, as your own Cyrus plays could be pivotal to victory.
Lucario EX Deck (Fighting Energy)
- Gible x2 (Triumphant Light)
- Gabite x2 (Triumphant Light)
- Garchomp Ex x2
- Riolu x2
- Lucario x2
- Hitmonchan x1
- Professor’s Research x2
- Cyrus x2
- Poke Ball x2
- Pokemon Communication x1
- X Speed x2
This deck is powerful but risky, requiring both Lucario and Garchomp Ex to be operational before your opponent can rush you. Lucario boosts the damage output of Gible, Gabite, and Hitmonchan by +20, making them formidable attackers. Garchomp Ex's Linear Attack, enhanced by Lucario, deals 70 damage to the opponent's Active Pokemon with just one Fighting Energy. However, this boost doesn't affect Benched Pokemon. With both Lucarios in play, your entire team becomes significantly more threatening. Sometimes, delaying the evolution of Gabite to Garchomp Ex might be strategic to avoid conceding two knockout points.
These are the premier Garchomp Ex decks in Pokemon TCG Pocket. As the meta evolves weekly, expect to see more experimentation with this iconic Dragon and Ground type Pokemon.
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