Top Garchomp Ex Decks for Pokemon TCG Pocket

Garchomp, renowned as one of the most formidable Dragon types in *Pokemon* history, has been elevated to new heights with its Ex form in the Triumphant Light expansion set for *Pokemon TCG Pocket*. Here are the top Garchomp Ex decks you can leverage in this engaging card game.

Best Garchomp Ex Decks in Pokemon TCG Pocket

It's crucial to understand that Cynthica is incompatible with Garchomp Ex, as it only synergizes with the base form. Garchomp Ex's prowess lies in its ability to bypass defensive walls like Druddigon and other high HP Pokemon, directly threatening your opponent's bench. However, being a Stage 2 Pokemon, evolving it swiftly before facing a rush from cards like Exeggutor Ex can be challenging.

The allure of Garchomp Ex lies in its Linear Attack, capable of dealing 50 damage to a Pokemon, whether active or benched. This is more appealing than its Dragon Claw attack, which requires 3 Energy for 100 damage—a less favorable ratio. Fortunately, the Triumphant Light versions of Gible and Gabite are effective with just one energy, making them viable frontline attackers.

Below are three decks designed to maximize Garchomp Ex's potential in *Pokemon TCG Pocket*:

Hitmonchan (Fighting Energy)

• Gible 2x (Triumphant Light)
• Gabite 2x (Triumphant Light)
• Garchomp EX 2x
• Hitmonchan 2x
• Marshadow 1x
• Professor’s Research 2x
• Cyrus 2x
• Sabrina 1x
• Poke Ball 2x
• Pokemon Communication 2x
• X Speed 2x

This deck strategy revolves around applying constant pressure with Hitmonchan while you evolve your Garchomp Ex line in the background. Farfetch’d could serve as an alternative to Hitmonchan, based on the decks you face, though Hitmonchan has an edge against Arceus Ex. If your opponent retreats after being hit by Hitmonchan, you can use Cyrus to pull them back into the fray for a Dragon Claw or Linear Attack. Marshadow is your cleanup specialist when any of your Pokemon fall.

Aerodactyl EX (Fighting Energy)

• Gible 2x (Triumphant Light)
• Gabite 2x (Triumphant Light)
• Garchomp Ex 2x
• Amber Fossil 2x
• Aerodactyl Ex 2x
• Marshadow 1x
• Professor’s Research 2x
• Cyrus 2x
• Poke Ball 2x
• Pokemon Communication 1x
• X Speed 2x

This deck aims to evolve from Gible to Gabite to Garchomp Ex efficiently. Aerodactyl Ex is crucial here, as a Poke Ball can't retrieve the Amber Fossil needed for its evolution. With only one Marshadow, you'll likely start with Gible. Garchomp Ex's energy efficiency, especially with Linear Attack, allows Aerodactyl Ex to be a late-game asset or a swift switch-in. All cards in this deck have a single retreat cost, making X Speeds essential for managing your Pokemon's movement. Be cautious of your opponent's Cyrus plays, as your own will be key to victory.

Lucario EX (Fighting Energy)

• Gible 2x (Triumphant Light)
• Gabite 2x (Triumphant Light)
• Garchomp Ex 2x
• Riolu 2x
• Lucario 2x
• Hitmonchan 1x
• Professor’s Research 2x
• Cyrus 2x
• Poke Ball 2x
• Pokemon Communication 1x
• X Speed 2x

This deck is powerful but risky, requiring luck to evolve both Lucario and Garchomp Ex before your opponent can rush you down. Lucario boosts Gible, Gabite, and Hitmonchan's attacks by +20 damage, making them formidable. Garchomp Ex's Linear Attack can then deal 70 damage for a single Fighting energy to your opponent's Active Pokemon. With both Lucarios in play, your entire team becomes a force to be reckoned with. Sometimes, delaying Garchomp Ex's evolution can be strategic to avoid conceding two knockout points.

These are the premier Garchomp Ex decks for *Pokemon TCG Pocket*. As the meta evolves weekly, expect to see more innovative strategies involving this iconic Dragon and Ground type Pokemon.

*Pokemon TCG Pocket is now available on mobile devices.*