Garchomp, one of the most fearsome Dragon types in *Pokemon* history, has received the Ex treatment with the release of the Triumphant Light expansion set in *Pokemon TCG Pocket*. Here are the best Garchomp Ex decks to dominate in the game.
Best Garchomp Ex Decks in Pokemon TCG Pocket
It's crucial to note that Cynthica does not synergize with Garchomp Ex; she only enhances the base form. Garchomp Ex excels at bypassing defensive walls like Druddigon and other high HP Pokemon, directly threatening your opponent's bench. As a Stage 2 Pokemon, the challenge lies in evolving it quickly before your opponent can overpower you with cards like Exeggutor Ex.
The key to Garchomp Ex's appeal is its Linear Attack, which deals 50 damage to a Pokemon in either the active spot or on the bench. This is far more advantageous than the 100 damage Dragon Claw attack, which requires 3 Energy. Fortunately, the Triumphant Light versions of Gible and Gabite are effective front-line attackers with just one energy.
Below are three powerful decks that leverage 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 revolves around applying pressure with Hitmonchan while building up your Garchomp Ex line in the background. Farfetch’d can be a suitable substitute for Hitmonchan based on your opponent's deck. Hitmonchan is especially effective against Arceus Ex. If your opponent retreats after being damaged by Hitmonchan, you can use Cyrus to bring it back to the active spot for a Dragon Claw attack or hit it with Linear Attack on the bench. Marshadow can then sweep up any fallen Pokemon.
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's strategy focuses on evolving from Gible to Gabite to Garchomp Ex swiftly. Aerodactyl Ex complements this strategy as Poke Balls won't retrieve 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 efficient, while Aerodactyl Ex serves as a late-game sweeper or a strategic switch-in. All cards have a single retreat cost, making X Speeds essential for maneuverability. Be cautious of your opponent's Cyrus plays, as your own Cyrus plays can be crucial 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 highly potent yet risky, as timing the evolution of both Lucario and Garchomp Ex before your opponent rushes you is challenging. Lucario boosts the damage output of Gible, Gabite, and Hitmonchan by +20, making them formidable attackers. Garchomp Ex's Linear Attack then deals 70 damage to the active Pokemon with just one Fighting energy. However, this boost doesn't extend to benched Pokemon. When both Lucario are online, your entire team becomes significantly more threatening. Sometimes, delaying the evolution of Gabite to Garchomp Ex can be strategic to avoid giving up two knockout points.
These are the top Garchomp Ex decks in *Pokemon TCG Pocket*. As the meta evolves weekly, expect trainers to continue innovating with this iconic Dragon and Ground type Pokemon.
*Pokemon TCG Pocket is now available on mobile devices.*
