Top Garchomp Ex Decks for Pokemon TCG Pocket

Garchomp, renowned as one of the most formidable Dragon types in the *Pokemon* universe, has been elevated to new heights with its Ex variant in the *Pokemon TCG Pocket* game, introduced with the Triumphant Light expansion set. Here's a detailed look at the top Garchomp Ex decks that can 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 enhances the base form. Garchomp Ex excels at bypassing defensive walls such as Druddigon and other high HP Pokemon, directly threatening your opponent's bench. However, being a Stage 2 Pokemon, it can be challenging to set up Garchomp Ex before your opponent overwhelms you with quicker setups like Exeggutor Ex.

The key attraction of Garchomp Ex is its Linear Attack, which deals 50 damage to a Pokemon, whether in the active position or on the bench. This is more appealing than the 100 damage Dragon Claw attack, which requires 3 Energy—a less favorable ratio. Fortunately, the Triumphant Light versions of Gible and Gabite can also inflict significant damage with just one energy, making them viable frontline attackers.

Here are three deck builds that effectively utilize Garchomp Ex in *Pokemon TCG Pocket*:

Hitmonchan Deck (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

This deck strategy involves applying continuous pressure with Hitmonchan while developing your Garchomp Ex line. Farfetch’d can serve as a substitute for Hitmonchan, depending on the meta; however, Hitmonchan has an advantage against Arceus Ex. If your opponent retreats after Hitmonchan inflicts damage, you can use Cyrus to pull the damaged Pokemon back into the active position for a Dragon Claw or hit it with Linear Attack on the bench. Marshadow can step in to finish off any weakened Pokemon.

Aerodactyl Ex Deck (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 crucial here, as Poke Ball can't fetch the Amber Fossil needed for its evolution. With only one Marshadow included, you're likely to start with Gible. Garchomp Ex's minimal energy requirement makes Linear Attack a go-to move, while Aerodactyl Ex serves as a late-game sweeper or a switch-in when ready. With all cards having a single retreat cost, X Speeds become invaluable for tactical maneuvering. Be wary of your opponent's Cyrus plays; your own Cyrus plays could be decisive in securing victory.

Lucario Ex Deck (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 potent yet risky, requiring careful timing to evolve both Lucario and Garchomp Ex before being overrun. Lucario boosts the damage output of Gible, Gabite, and Hitmonchan by +20, making them formidable attackers. Garchomp Ex's Linear Attack can deal 70 damage to the opponent's Active Pokemon with just one Fighting energy, though this bonus does not extend to Benched Pokemon. If you successfully evolve both Lucarios, your entire team, including Garchomp Ex, will deliver devastating blows. It might be strategic to delay evolving Gabite into Garchomp Ex to avoid conceding easy knockouts.

These are the premier Garchomp Ex decks to try out in *Pokemon TCG Pocket*. As the game's 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.*