The release of the Mythical Island mini expansion in *Pokemon TCG Pocket* has significantly altered the meta game, introducing new strategies and deck builds. To help you stay competitive, here are the top decks to consider in *Pokemon TCG Pocket*: Mythical Island.
Best Decks in Pokemon TCG Pocket: Mythical Island
The Celebi Ex deck has quickly become a fan favorite. The strategy revolves around getting Serperior into play as swiftly as possible to utilize its Jungle Totem ability, which doubles the Energy count on all your Grass-type Pokémon, including Celebi Ex. This enhancement allows Celebi Ex to perform double the coin flips, significantly boosting its damage output. Dhelmise serves as a secondary attacker, also benefiting from Jungle Totem. While this deck can dominate, it's vulnerable to Blaine decks. If you're missing Dhelmise, consider using Exeggcute and Exeggcutor Ex from the Mythical Island expansion as substitutes.
The Scolipede Koga Bounce deck, a favorite since the game's launch, has been enhanced by the Mythical Island expansion. The core strategy remains unchanged: use Koga to bounce Weezing back to your hand, allowing for a free retreat and setting up another Pokémon in the Active spot, while preparing Weezing for another round of Poison attacks. Whirlipede and Scolipede enhance the consistency of Poison effects with their Poison Sting attack. The addition of Leaf makes it easier to maneuver your Pokémon, complementing Koga's abilities.
The inclusion of Mew Ex has made the Psychic Alakazam deck more viable and consistent. Starting with Mew Ex provides a durable frontline that can withstand early attacks, while offering Psyshot for basic attacks and Genome Hacking to deter opponents from using high-damage Pokémon. This setup buys time to prepare Alakazam on the bench, with Budding Expeditioner facilitating Mew Ex's retreat when ready. Notably, Alakazam can counter the Celebi Ex/Serperior combo effectively, as its Psychic attack deals increased damage based on the Energy attached to the opponent's Pokémon, including those affected by Jungle Totem.
The Pikachu Ex deck, a long-time meta dominator in Pokemon TCG Pocket, remains strong post-Mythical Island. The addition of Dedenne as an early attacker and its ability to inflict Paralysis adds a new layer to the deck. Despite Pikachu Ex's relatively low HP for an Ex Pokémon, Blue can provide necessary defensive support. The strategy remains to fill your bench with Electric-type Pokémon and unleash Pikachu Ex's full potential.
These are the top decks to build in Pokemon TCG Pocket: Mythical Island. For more tips and detailed information on the game, be sure to check out The Escapist.