Top Garchomp Ex Decks for Pokemon TCG Pocket

Garchomp, renowned as one of the most formidable Dragon types in *Pokemon* history, has been elevated to an Ex status with the introduction of the Triumphant Light expansion set in *Pokemon TCG Pocket*. This guide delves into the most effective Garchomp Ex decks you can build in *Pokemon TCG Pocket*.

Best Garchomp Ex Decks in Pokemon TCG Pocket

Before diving into the decks, it's crucial to understand that Cynthia does not synergize with Garchomp Ex; she only boosts the base form. Garchomp Ex excels in bypassing defensive walls such as Druddigon and other high HP Pokemon, directly threatening your opponent's bench. However, as a Stage 2 Pokemon, it can be challenging to evolve Garchomp Ex before your opponent overwhelms you with faster setups, like those featuring Exeggutor Ex.

The appeal of Garchomp Ex lies in its Linear Attack, which inflicts 50 damage to a Pokemon, whether active or benched. This is more advantageous than its Dragon Claw attack, which requires 3 Energy for 100 damage. Fortunately, the Triumphant Light versions of Gible and Gabite are capable of dealing respectable damage with just one energy, making them viable frontline attackers.

Here are three deck strategies that leverage Garchomp Ex in *Pokemon TCG Pocket*:

Hitmonchan (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

In this deck, Hitmonchan applies pressure on your opponent while you evolve your Garchomp Ex line in the background. Farfetch'd can serve as an alternative to Hitmonchan, depending on the meta. Notably, Arceus Ex is vulnerable to Hitmonchan. If your opponent retreats a damaged Pokemon, you can use Cyrus to pull it back into the active spot for a Dragon Claw or hit it with Linear Attack while benched. Marshadow can then sweep up any remaining threats.

Aerodactyl EX (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 is pivotal here, as Poke Balls cannot fetch the necessary Amber Fossil for its evolution. With only one Marshadow in the deck, starting with Gible is highly probable. Garchomp Ex's Linear Attack is efficient enough, allowing Aerodactyl Ex to act as a late-game sweeper or a strategic switch-in. All cards in this deck have a retreat cost of 1, making X Speeds crucial for tactical plays. Be wary of your opponent's Cyrus moves, as your own Cyrus plays may be decisive.

Lucario EX (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 yet risky, requiring luck to evolve both Lucario and Garchomp Ex before being rushed. Lucario enhances the attack power of Gible, Gabite, and Hitmonchan by +20 damage, making Linear Attack from Garchomp Ex deal 70 damage to the active Pokemon with just one Fighting energy. This boost does not extend to benched Pokemon. If both Lucarios are in play, your entire team becomes exceptionally damaging. Consider delaying the evolution of Gabite to Garchomp Ex to avoid conceding multiple knockouts.

These are the top Garchomp Ex decks to consider in *Pokemon TCG Pocket*. As the meta evolves, expect to see more innovative strategies featuring this iconic Dragon and Ground type Pokemon.

*Pokemon TCG Pocket is available now on mobile devices.*