Harnessing the Power of Gyarados Ex in Pokémon TCG Pocket: Top Deck Strategies
Gyarados Ex, a standout from the Mythical Island expansion in Pokémon TCG Pocket, has quickly become a formidable force. This guide outlines two top-tier Gyarados Ex deck builds to dominate the competition.
Table of Contents
- Best Gyarados Ex Decks
- Gyarados Ex/Greninja Combo
- Gyarados Ex/Starmie Ex/Vaporeon Combo
Gyarados Ex: A Force to be Reckoned With
Gyarados Ex boasts impressive stats: 180 HP, making it resilient against powerful attackers like Mewtwo Ex and Pikachu Ex. Its "Rampaging Whirlpool" attack (3 Water, 1 Colorless Energy) discards a random energy from all Pokémon, dealing 140 damage. Its weakness to Lightning needs to be considered strategically.
1. Gyarados Ex/Greninja Combo: A Strategic Approach
This deck utilizes a synergistic combination of Pokémon:
- Froakie x2
- Frogadier x2
- Greninja x2
- Druddigon x2
- Magikarp x2
- Gyarados Ex x2
- Misty x2
- Leaf x2
- Professor’s Research x2
- Poké Ball x2
The strategy centers around using Druddigon (100 HP) as a sturdy defender and chip damage dealer, buying time to power up Greninja for additional chip damage and potential attacks. Gyarados Ex serves as the powerful finisher, capitalizing on the weakened opponent.
2. Gyarados Ex/Starmie Ex/Vaporeon Combo: Speed and Versatility
For a faster-paced game, this deck replaces the Greninja line with Vaporeon and Starmie Ex:
- Magikarp x2
- Gyarados Ex x2
- Eevee (Mythical Island) x2
- Vaporeon (Mythical Island) x2
- Staryu x2
- Starmie Ex x2
- Misty x2
- Sabrina
- Giovanni
- Professor’s Research x2
- Poké Ball x2
This deck's strength lies in its flexibility. Starmie Ex's free retreat allows for strategic Gyarados Ex deployment, while Vaporeon facilitates efficient energy management, ensuring Gyarados Ex is always ready to strike.
These are currently two of the most effective Gyarados Ex decks in Pokémon TCG Pocket. For more in-depth strategies, deck tier lists, and Pokémon TCG Pocket news, check out The Escapist for regular updates.
