The *Pokemon TCG Pocket* expansion set, Space-Time Smackdown, introduces a thrilling shakeup to the meta-game, drawing inspiration from the Diamond and Pearl era. If you're eager to dive into this new set, here are the top decks to consider building first.
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Pokemon TCG Pocket: Space-Time Smackdown Best Decks
Darkrai Ex/Weavile Ex
- Sneasel x2
- Weavile Ex x2
- Murkrow x2
- Honchkrow x2
- Darkrai Ex x2
- Dawn x2
- Cyrus x2
- Leaf x2
- Professor’s Research x2
- Poke Ball x2
- Great Cape x2
The Darkrai Ex/Weavile Ex deck is powered by the innovative Supporter card, Dawn, which allows you to move Energy from a Benched Pokemon to an Active Pokemon. This feature is crucial in Pokemon TCG Pocket as it optimizes your Energy management, giving you a strategic edge. Darkrai Ex enhances this advantage with an ability to deal an extra 20 damage when Energy is moved to it, setting up for a devastating follow-up attack from Weavile Ex, which excels at targeting already weakened Pokemon. Murkrow and Honchkrow provide solid backup, maintaining pressure while you prepare your main attackers.
Metal Dialga Ex
- Meltan x2
- Melmetal x2
- Dialga Ex x2
- Mew Ex
- Heatran
- Tauros
- Dawn
- Giovanni x2
- Leaf x2
- Professor’s Research x2
- Poke Ball x2
- Giant Cape x2
Metal-type Pokemon have faced challenges since the Genetic Apex era, but the introduction of Dialga Ex in Space-Time Smackdown offers a promising revival. Dialga Ex's Metallic Turbo ability allows you to attach two Metal Energy to your Benched Pokemon, accelerating your strategy towards deploying the powerful Melmetal. Mew Ex and Tauros serve as effective counters, with Tauros particularly benefiting from the energy ramp-up provided by Metallic Turbo.
Yanmega/Exeggutor
- Exeggcute (GA) x2
- Exeggutor Ex x2
- Yanma x2
- Yanmega Ex x2
- Mew Ex
- Erika x2
- Leaf x2
- Professor’s Research x2
- Poke Ball x2
- Rocky Helmet x2
- Pokemon Communication
The Grass-type decks gained momentum with Celebi Ex in the Mythical Island set, but Exeggutor Ex remains the key player. With Yanmega Ex joining the fray, this deck maintains its competitive edge. Yanmega Ex delivers consistent damage with Air Slash, while Exeggutor Ex anchors the front line. Erika's healing abilities and the defensive boost from the Rocky Helmet enhance the deck's resilience and staying power.
Pachirisu Ex
- Pachirisu Ex x2
- Mew Ex
- Zapdos Ex x2
- Cyrus
- Giovanni
- Professor’s Research x2
- Poke Ball x2
- Rocky Helmet x2
- Giant Cape x2
- Lum Berry
- X Speed x2
- Potion x2
The Pachirisu Ex deck focuses on maximizing the utility of Pokemon Tools. With a Tool attached, Pachirisu Ex can deal 80 damage with just two Electric Energy, making it a highly efficient attacker. The inclusion of Giant Cape and Rocky Helmet bolsters its durability, while Potions help sustain it throughout the match. Zapdos Ex provides reliable backup, allowing you to build your bench and await optimal draws.
These are our top picks for the best decks to build first in *Pokemon TCG Pocket*: Space-Time Smackdown. For more tips and detailed information on the game, be sure to visit The Escapist.
