Top Garchomp Ex Decks for Pokemon TCG Pocket

Garchomp, a legendary Dragon-type Pokémon, has been elevated to new heights with the introduction of Garchomp Ex in the Pokemon TCG Pocket Triumphant Light expansion set. Here's a detailed look at the best Garchomp Ex decks you can build to dominate the game.

Best Garchomp Ex Decks in Pokemon TCG Pocket

It's crucial to understand that Cynthica is not compatible with Garchomp Ex; she only boosts the 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, setting up Garchomp Ex before your opponent can overwhelm you with faster attackers like Exeggutor Ex can be challenging.

The key attraction of Garchomp Ex is its Linear Attack, which deals 50 damage to a Pokémon, whether it's in the active position or on the bench. This is more efficient than its Dragon Claw attack, which requires 3 Energy for 100 damage. Fortunately, the Triumphant Light versions of Gible and Gabite are effective with just one Energy, making them viable frontline attackers.

Here are three powerful decks featuring 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. Farfetch’d can be a suitable substitute for Hitmonchan, depending on the meta. Notably, Hitmonchan is strong against Arceus Ex. Use Cyrus to pull damaged Pokémon forward for a Dragon Claw or hit them with Linear Attack on the bench. Marshadow can clean up if any of your Pokémon fall.

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. Aerodactyl Ex, which requires Amber Fossil to evolve, complements Garchomp Ex. With only one Marshadow, you're likely to start with Gible. Garchomp Ex's low energy requirement makes it efficient, while Aerodactyl Ex serves as a late-game sweeper. X Speeds are crucial for managing retreat costs, but be wary of your opponent's Cyrus plays.

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 but risky, requiring both Lucario and Garchomp Ex to be set up quickly. Lucario boosts the damage output of Gible, Gabite, and Hitmonchan by +20, making Garchomp Ex's Linear Attack deal 70 damage to the active Pokémon with just one Fighting Energy. With both Lucarios in play, your entire team becomes formidable. Consider delaying the evolution to Garchomp Ex to avoid giving up easy knockouts.

These are the top Garchomp Ex decks in Pokemon TCG Pocket. As the meta evolves, expect to see more innovative uses of this iconic Dragon and Ground-type Pokémon.

Pokemon TCG Pocket is available now on mobile devices.