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. This guide highlights some of the best Arceus Ex decks currently available.

Arceus Ex boasts an ability granting immunity to status conditions like Sleep and Confusion. Its Ultimate Force attack delivers 70 damage, boosted by an additional 20 damage for each benched Pokémon, reaching a potent 130 damage with a full bench.

Eight Pokémon from the Triumphant Light expansion enhance Arceus Ex through unique "Link" abilities, activated by the presence of Arceus Ex or a standard Arceus. Crobat, Magnezone, and Heatran stand out as particularly effective partners. Let's examine a deck featuring each.

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 aim to power up with three energy. A fully powered Arceus Ex on the bench allows for free retreats with Crobat (no retreat cost), enabling a 130-damage hit against the opponent. Farfetch’d adds pressure, while Spiritomb distributes 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 on Arceus Ex, 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, requiring Magneton's Volt Charge ability to be used at least once beforehand. Note that the Genetic Apex Magnezone cannot be powered by Metal Energy (it's Electric type), requiring careful evolution timing. Skarmory, along with Giant’s Cape and Rocky Helmet, provide survivability and support for Arceus Ex, maximizing its damage potential with a full 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)

A faster, more aggressive Fire-type deck reminiscent of Ninetails Blaine decks, this strategy utilizes Heatran, Rapidash, and Farfetch’d for early game pressure while powering up Arceus Ex on the bench. Giant’s Cape protects Heatran and boosts Arceus Ex above 150 HP. Heatran's free retreat with Arceus Ex in play allows for flexible energy management. Its Ragin’ Fury attack deals 80 damage (with two Fire Energy) if Heatran is already damaged; otherwise, it deals 40 damage.

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 will undoubtedly emerge, these decks represent some of the most effective builds currently available in Pokémon TCG Pocket.

Pokémon TCG Pocket is available now on mobile devices.