Best Arceus Ex Decks in Pokemon TCG Pocket

The arrival of Arceus Ex in Pokémon TCG Pocket has quickly shaken up the meta, introducing powerful synergies with several Pokémon. Here are some of the top-performing Arceus Ex decks currently available.

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Arceus Ex boasts an ability granting immunity to status conditions like Sleep and Confusion. Its Ultimate Force attack deals 70 damage, plus an additional 20 for each benched Pokémon, totaling 130 damage with a full bench. This, combined with its synergy with eight Pokémon from the Triumphant Light expansion possessing unique "Link" abilities (activated by Arceus Ex or regular Arceus), creates diverse deck-building possibilities. Crobat, Magnezone, and Heatran stand out as particularly potent partners.

Crobat (Dark Energy)

This deck utilizes Crobat and Arceus Ex as primary attackers. With Arceus Ex in play, Crobat inflicts 30 damage to the opponent's Active Pokémon, even from the bench. Its 50-damage attack (for one Dark Energy) complements Arceus Ex, which you'll want to power up with three energies. A fully powered Arceus Ex on the bench allows for free retreats with Crobat (zero retreat cost), enabling a 130-damage hit against the opponent. Farfetch'd adds pressure, while Spiritomb spreads damage to the opponent's bench, setting up knockouts with Cyrus.

Deck List: 2x Arceus Ex, 2x Zubat (Triumphant Light), 2x Golbat (Genetic Apex), 2x Crobat, 1x Spiritomb, 1x Farfetch'd, 2x Professor's Research, 2x Dawn, 2x Cyrus, 2x Poké Ball, 2x Pokémon Communication

Dialga Ex/Magnezone (Metal Energy)

This deck features Arceus Ex as the main attacker, supported by both versions of Magnezone. The Triumphant Light Magnezone takes -30 damage with Arceus Ex present, while the Genetic Apex Magnezone deals 110 damage after using Magneton's Volt Charge ability. Note that the Genetic Apex Magnezone cannot be powered with Metal Energy (it's Electric type), requiring careful evolution timing. Skarmory, along with 2x Giant's Cape and a Rocky Helmet, bolster the team's survivability, helping Dialga Ex and Arceus Ex withstand powerful attacks while powering up Skarmory. This deck benefits greatly from a large bench.

Deck List: 2x Arceus Ex, 2x Dialga Ex, 2x Magnemite (Triumphant Light), 2x Magneton (Genetic Apex), 1x Magnezone (Triumphant Light), 1x Magnezone (Genetic Apex), 1x Skarmory, 2x Professor's Research, 2x Leaf, 2x Giant's Cape, 1x Rocky Helmet, 2x Poké Ball

Heatran (Fire Energy)

This deck employs a faster, aggressive Fire-type strategy, similar to Ninetails Blaine decks. Heatran, Rapidash, and Farfetch'd provide early pressure with low energy requirements, while Arceus Ex powers up on the bench. Giant's Cape protects Heatran and boosts Arceus Ex above 150 HP. Arceus Ex's presence allows free retreats for all Pokémon in this deck. Heatran's Ragin' Fury attack deals 80 damage (with two Fire Energy) if damaged; otherwise, it deals 40.

Deck List: 2x Arceus Ex, 2x Heatran (Triumphant Light), 2x Ponyta (Mythical Island), 2x Rapidash (Genetic Apex), 1x Farfetch'd, 2x Professor's Research, 1x Blaine, 1x Cyrus, 1x Dawn, 2x Giant's Cape, 2x Poké Ball, 2x X Speed

While more Arceus Ex strategies are likely to emerge, these decks represent some of the strongest current builds in Pokémon TCG Pocket.

Pokémon TCG Pocket is available now on mobile devices.