Top-Tier Gyarados Ex Deck Dominates Pokémon TCG Pocket

Unlocking 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 explores the optimal deck builds to maximize its potential.

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, making it resilient against Mewtwo Ex and Pikachu Ex. Its "Rampaging Whirlpool" attack (3 Water, 1 Colorless Energy) discards a random energy from all Pokémon, dealing 140 damage. This, combined with its high HP, makes it a devastating finisher, especially when paired 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 acts as a sturdy 100 HP wall, inflicting chip damage without energy investment. Greninja provides additional chip damage and serves as a secondary attacker. Gyarados Ex delivers the knockout blow once sufficient damage has been inflicted.

2. Gyarados Ex/Starmie Ex/Vaporeon Combo

This deck offers a faster, more versatile strategy:

• 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 flexible Gyarados Ex deployment. Vaporeon facilitates efficient energy management, ensuring Gyarados Ex is always ready to attack. Both Starmie Ex and Vaporeon serve as effective early-game attackers.

These two strategies represent the most effective Gyarados Ex decks currently available in Pokémon TCG Pocket. For further Pokémon TCG Pocket insights, including updated deck tier lists, check out The Escapist.