Garchomp, a formidable Dragon-type Pokémon, has been elevated to the Ex level with the launch of the Triumphant Light expansion set in *Pokemon TCG Pocket*. This article delves into the top Garchomp Ex decks that you can build to dominate your opponents in the game.
Best Garchomp Ex Decks in Pokemon TCG Pocket
It's crucial to understand that Cynthica's abilities are not compatible with Garchomp Ex, as they only apply to its base form. Garchomp Ex excels at bypassing defensive walls like Druddigon and other high HP Pokémon, directly threatening your opponent's bench. However, as a Stage 2 Pokémon, the challenge lies in evolving Garchomp Ex quickly enough to counter aggressive plays, such as those from an Exeggutor Ex.
The key attraction of Garchomp Ex is its Linear Attack, dealing 50 damage to either an active or benched Pokémon. This is more efficient compared to its Dragon Claw attack, which requires 3 Energy for just 100 damage. Fortunately, the Triumphant Light versions of Gible and Gabite can hold their own with decent damage output using only one Energy, making them viable front-line attackers.
Here are three effective decks 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 early pressure while you evolve your Garchomp Ex line in the background. Farfetch’d can be swapped in for Hitmonchan based on the meta, but Hitmonchan's effectiveness against Arceus Ex is noteworthy. Use Cyrus to pull forward damaged Pokémon for a Dragon Claw or Linear Attack. Marshadow can clean up after any fallen allies.
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 to Garchomp Ex swiftly. Aerodactyl Ex is essential since Poke Balls can't fetch Amber Fossils. With a single Marshadow, you're likely to start with Gible. Garchomp Ex's low Energy requirement means Linear Attack suffices, allowing Aerodactyl Ex to serve as a late-game sweeper. X Speeds are crucial for managing retreat costs, but beware of your opponent's Cyrus moves.
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 both Lucario and Garchomp Ex to be online before your opponent overwhelms you. Lucario boosts the damage output of Gible, Gabite, and Hitmonchan by 20, making Linear Attack from Garchomp Ex even more devastating at 70 damage with one Fighting Energy. However, this boost only applies to the active Pokémon. Timing the evolution to Garchomp Ex can be critical to avoid conceding too many points.
These are the top Garchomp Ex decks in *Pokemon TCG Pocket*. As the meta evolves, players will continue to innovate and experiment with this iconic Dragon and Ground-type Pokémon.
*Pokemon TCG Pocket is available now on mobile devices.*
