Mastering Gyarados Ex in Pokémon TCG Pocket: Top Deck Strategies
Gyarados Ex, a standout from the Mythical Island expansion, has quickly become a dominant force in Pokémon TCG Pocket. This guide outlines the most effective Gyarados Ex decks.
Table of Contents
- Best Gyarados Ex Decks
- Gyarados Ex/Greninja Combo
- Gyarados Ex/Starmie Ex/Vaporeon Combo
Gyarados Ex: A Powerful Asset
Gyarados Ex boasts impressive stats: 180 HP, Rampaging Whirlpool (3 Water, 1 Colorless Energy) – discarding a random energy from all Pokémon and dealing 140 damage. Its weakness is Lightning, and it requires 3 energy to retreat. The high HP allows it to withstand attacks from powerful Pokémon like Mewtwo Ex and Pikachu Ex, making it a formidable finisher, especially when combined with a Giovanni.
1. Gyarados Ex/Greninja Combo
This deck utilizes a strategic approach:
- Pokémon: Froakie x2, Frogadier x2, Greninja x2, Druddigon x2, Magikarp x2, Gyarados Ex x2
- Trainers: Misty x2, Leaf x2, Professor’s Research x2, Poké Ball x2
Druddigon serves as a sturdy wall (100 HP) providing chip damage, buying time to power up Greninja for additional chip damage or as a primary attacker. Gyarados Ex then delivers the knockout blow once sufficient damage has been inflicted.
2. Gyarados Ex/Starmie Ex/Vaporeon Combo
This deck offers a faster, more versatile game style:
- Pokémon: Magikarp x2, Gyarados Ex x2, Eevee (Mythical Island) x2, Vaporeon (Mythical Island) x2, Staryu x2, Starmie Ex x2
- Trainers: Misty x2, Sabrina, Giovanni, Professor’s Research x2, Poké Ball x2
Starmie Ex's zero-cost retreat allows for strategic Gyarados Ex deployment. Vaporeon facilitates efficient energy management, ensuring Gyarados Ex is always ready for battle. This combination provides a dynamic attacking strategy.
These two strategies represent the current top-tier Gyarados Ex decks in Pokémon TCG Pocket. For further Pokémon TCG Pocket strategies and deck rankings (updated monthly), check out The Escapist.
