The *Pokemon TCG Pocket* expansion, Space-Time Smackdown, introduces a thrilling twist to the game's meta with its Diamond and Pearl theme. Here's a guide to the best decks you should consider building first to dominate the competition.
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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 leverages the powerful new Supporter card, Dawn, which enables you to transfer Energy from a Benched Pokemon to your Active Pokemon. This mechanic is crucial in Pokemon TCG Pocket, as efficient Energy management can significantly impact your strategy. Darkrai Ex enhances this by dealing an additional 20 damage when an Energy is moved to it, setting up a potent combo with Weavile Ex, who excels at attacking weakened Pokemon. Murkrow and Honchkrow provide reliable backup attacks while you prepare your main attackers.
Metal Dialga Ex
- Meltan x2
- Melmetal x2
- Dialga Ex x2
- Mew Ex
- Heatran
- Tauros
- Dawn x2
- Giovanni x2
- Leaf x2
- Professor’s Research x2
- Poke Ball x2
- Giant Cape x2
Metal-type Pokemon have had their ups and downs in Pokemon TCG Pocket, but Dialga Ex brings new life to this archetype. Dialga Ex's Metallic Turbo ability allows you to attach two Metal Energies to your Benched Pokemon, accelerating your setup for Melmetal. Mew Ex and Tauros serve as effective counters, with Tauros benefiting greatly from Metallic Turbo, making this deck a formidable choice.
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
Grass-type decks gained traction with Celebi Ex in Mythical Island, but Exeggutor Ex has been the real game-changer. With the addition of Yanmega Ex, this deck remains highly competitive. Yanmega Ex's consistent 120 damage with Air Slash complements Exeggutor Ex's frontline role. Erika's healing capabilities and the defensive boost from the new Rocky Helmet enhance the deck's resilience.
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
Pachirisu Ex's deck focuses on leveraging Pokemon Tools to maximize its damage output. With just two Electric Energies, it can deal 80 damage when equipped with a Tool, making it an efficient attacker. Giant Cape and Rocky Helmet bolster its durability, while Potions help sustain it throughout the match. Zapdos Ex provides a strong backup attack while you set up your bench and draw the necessary cards.
These are our top picks for the best decks to build first in Pokemon TCG Pocket: Space-Time Smackdown. For more tips and in-depth information on the game, be sure to check out The Escapist.
