Best Arceus Ex Decks in Pokemon TCG Pocket

The arrival of Arceus Ex in Pokémon TCG Pocket has significantly impacted the meta, introducing powerful synergies with several Pokémon. Here are some of the best 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 and three Colorless Energy. This potent attack, combined with its ability, makes Arceus Ex a formidable centerpiece.

Eight Pokémon from the Triumphant Light expansion feature a “Link” ability activated by the presence of Arceus Ex or a standard Arceus. While many are viable, Crobat, Magnezone, and Heatran stand out as particularly strong partners. Let's explore deck builds featuring each.

Crobat (Dark Energy)

This deck utilizes Crobat and Arceus Ex as its primary attackers. With Arceus Ex in play, Crobat’s ability deals 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 aim to power up with three Colorless Energy. A fully powered-up benched Arceus Ex allows for free retreats with Crobat (no retreat cost), enabling a 130-damage attack after switching. 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 centers around Arceus Ex, supported by both versions of Magnezone. Triumphant Light Magnezone receives a -30 damage modifier with Arceus Ex present. The Genetic Apex Magnezone deals 110 damage, but requires using Magneton’s Volt Charge ability beforehand. Note that Genetic Apex Magnezone cannot be powered with Metal Energy (it's Electric type). Skarmory, along with 2x Giant’s Cape and a Rocky Helmet, enhances survivability, particularly for Dialga Ex and Arceus Ex, while powering up Skarmory.

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 is a more aggressive Fire-type strategy, similar to Ninetails Blaine decks. Heatran, Rapidash, and Farfetch’d provide early pressure with low energy costs, while you power up your benched Arceus Ex. Giant’s Cape protects Heatran and boosts Arceus Ex above 150 HP. Heatran's free retreat (with Arceus Ex in play) allows for flexible Pokémon switching. Its Ragin’ Fury attack deals 80 damage (with two Fire Energy) if already 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 further strategies will undoubtedly emerge, these decks represent some of the most effective current builds utilizing Arceus Ex in Pokémon TCG Pocket.

Pokémon TCG Pocket is available now on mobile devices.