The release of the Mythical Island mini expansion for *Pokemon TCG Pocket* has significantly altered the meta game, introducing new strategies and deck-building opportunities. Here's a comprehensive guide to the top decks you should consider building to stay competitive in the evolving landscape of *Pokemon TCG Pocket*: Mythical Island.
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Best Decks in Pokemon TCG Pocket: Mythical Island
- Celebi Ex and Serperior Combo
- Scolipede Koga Bounce
- Psychic Alakazam
- Pikachu Ex V2
Best Decks in Pokemon TCG Pocket: Mythical Island
Celebi Ex and Serperior Combo
- Snivy x2
- Servine x2
- Serperior x2
- Celebi Ex x2
- Dhelmise x2
- Erika x2
- Professor’s Research x2
- Poke Ball x2
- X Speed x2
- Potion x2
- Sabrina x2
The Celebi Ex deck has quickly gained popularity due to its powerful synergy with Serperior. The goal here is to evolve to Serperior swiftly, leveraging its Jungle Totem ability to double the Energy count on all Grass Pokemon, including Celebi Ex. This boost significantly increases Celebi Ex's damage potential through additional coin flips. Dhelmise serves as a strong secondary attacker that also benefits from Jungle Totem. However, be cautious of Blaine decks, which can counter this strategy effectively. If you're missing Dhelmise, consider using Mythical Island's Exeggcute and Exeggcutor Ex as alternatives.
Scolipede Koga Bounce
- Venipede x2
- Whirlipede x2
- Scolipede x2
- Koffing (Mythical Island) x2
- Weezing x2
- Mew Ex
- Koga x2
- Sabrina x2
- Leaf x2
- Professor’s Research x2
- Poke Ball x2
The Scolipede Koga Bounce deck, a fan favorite since the launch of Pokemon TCG Pocket, has received a boost from the Mythical Island expansion. The core strategy remains the same: use Koga to bounce Weezing back to your hand for a free retreat and re-positioning, while also re-building Weezing for repeated Poison effects. Whirlipede and Scolipede enhance the consistency of Poison application with their Poison Sting attack. Additionally, Leaf aids in moving your Pokemon strategically alongside Koga.
Psychic Alakazam
- Mew Ex x2
- Abra x2
- Kadabra x2
- Alakazam x2
- Kangaskhan x2
- Sabrina x2
- Professor’s Research x2
- Poke Ball x2
- X Speed x2
- Potion
- Budding Expeditioner
The inclusion of Mew Ex in the Psychic Alakazam deck has made it more viable and consistent. Starting with Mew Ex provides a sturdy initial attacker with Psyshot and the ability to deter opponents with Genome Hacking. This setup gives you ample time to prepare Alakazam on the bench, and Budding Expeditioner facilitates Mew Ex's retreat when Alakazam is ready to take the stage. Notably, Alakazam can effectively counter the Celebi Ex/Serperior combo by dealing increased damage based on the Energy attached to the opponent's Pokemon, even those affected by Jungle Totem.
Pikachu Ex V2
- Pikachu Ex x2
- Zapdos Ex x2
- Blitzle x2
- Zebstrika x2
- Dedenne x2
- Blue
- Sabrina
- Giovanni
- Professor’s Research x2
- Poke Ball x2
- X Speed
- Potion x2
The Pikachu Ex deck, a long-standing meta staple in Pokemon TCG Pocket, remains a formidable choice post-Mythical Island. The addition of Dedenne enhances the deck's early game with its ability to inflict Paralysis on opponents' Pokemon via a coin flip. While Pikachu Ex's lower HP for an Ex Pokemon is a known drawback, Blue provides crucial defensive support. The strategy continues to revolve around filling the bench with Electric Pokemon and unleashing Pikachu Ex's full potential.
These are the top decks to build in Pokemon TCG Pocket: Mythical Island. For more tips and in-depth analysis, be sure to check out The Escapist for additional resources on the game.
