7 Best Cards That Destroy Oricorio in Pokemon TCG Pocket

Summary

Charizard from Genetic Apex is a potent response to Oricorio in Pokemon TCG Pocket.
Drampa can revenge-knock out Oricorio with its high damage output in a single shot.
Lucario emerges as the best counter for Oricorio due to its one-shot capability and consistent attacking performance.

In an unexpected turn of events, even the tiniest, silliest-looking bird in Pokemon TCG Pocket’s meta has managed to topple some of the most powerful former champions. The lightning version of Oricorio is causing tremors among notorious cards such as Darkrai ex and Giratina ex, often referred to as the DarkTina duo. The question now arises: how can players defend against this anti-ex card? What strategies can be employed to lessen its impact on decks that rely heavily on ex cards? Additionally, what countermeasures are most effective when facing an opponent’s Oricorio plays?

In the Pokemon TCG Pocket’s Celestial Guardians period, we’re going to discuss seven effective strategies against the Lightning-type Oricorio variant. It’s worth noting that the other three types of Oricorio are not significantly impacting the current metagame. So, let’s dive right into the top counters for Oricorio during this era.

7. Charizard (A1 035)

Reason: Durability and High Damage

ATK Cost: Four (Two Fire, Two Colorless)
Damage Output: 150

In the world of Pokemon TCG Pocket, the Oricorio can inflict a great deal of damage on Moltres ex and Charizard ex decks. Yet, the non-ex Charizard from the Genetic Apex expansion might just be the ideal counter to this feathery foe. This card allows players to endure multiple assaults from Oricorio, even potentially defeating it in a single strike. However, success with this strategy relies heavily on the flips of Moltres ex, as it’s challenging to boost Charizard without the assistance of Moltres ex when facing off against Oricorio. In simpler terms, the non-ex Charizard from Genetic Apex could be a great answer to Oricorio, but it requires some luck with Moltres ex’s rolls, as using Charizard alone in this matchup is generally not effective against Oricorio.

6. Drampa (A3 124)

Reason: Versatility and ‘Revenge’ Damage

ATK Cost: Two Colorless
Damage Output: Up to 70

If Oricorio succeeds in hindering and injuring the player’s current Pokémon in action, Drampa could serve as a retaliation card. When one of its fellow Benched Pokémon is wounded, Drampa delivers a substantial 70 damage, which is enough to knock out Oricorio instantly.

One potential disadvantage when using Drampa is its steep retreat cost and the condition of having to inflict damage. If a player doesn’t have any Pokémon already damaged on their bench, Drampa won’t be able to effectively counter Oricorio and could likely be defeated within two turns.

5. Floragato (A2b 006)

Reason: Above-Average HP and Potent Evolution

ATK Cost: Two Grass-types
Damage Output: 40

Although Floragato’s damage might not appear sufficient to defeat Oricorio at first glance, its higher-than-average health makes it an excellent matchup. With the addition of Leaf Cape, which increases Grass-type cards’ HP by 30, Floragato transforms into a 120 HP card, capable of eliminating Oricorio within two turns.

Based on the latest tournament statistics for the Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket, it appears that Decidueye ex and Meowscarada decks have virtually never lost against Oricorio setups. This success is primarily attributed to the evolution line of Meowscarada, which effectively neutralizes and outmaneuvers the anti-ex Pokemon’s ability within the Oricorio lineups.

4. Regice (A2 034)

Reason: Counter Ability and Stall Potential

ATK Cost: Two Water-types
Damage Output: 50

Regice can withstand a few attacks from Oricorio due to its good health points, even though Regice’s ability doesn’t help against Oricorio’s attack that lacks effect. There’s a possibility that Regice could defeat Oricorio within the next two rounds.

From a strategic standpoint, one might contend that Komala and Regice hold their ground against Oricorio fairly evenly. Yet, it’s important to note that Komala needs time to gather energy on the sidelines, which could potentially slow down its response compared to swift Regice. In contrast, Regice offers an immediate defense, absorbing damage and retaliating with a 50-point strike right off the bat.

3. Skarmory (A2 111)

Reason: Quick Build-up and Decent Damage

ATK Cost: One Steel-type
Damage Output: Up to 50

With Solgaleo from the Celestial Guardians as its partner, Skarmory proves to be an impressive adversary for Oricorio. Equipped with a Rocky Helmet, Skarmory can deal lethal damage to Oricorio in a single hit if the yellow bird strikes first. If Oricorio adopts a defensive strategy, a powered-up Skarmory can still take it out within two rounds of combat, even when the opponent employs a Giant Cape.

2. Magearna (A3 123)

Reason: Capability of One-Shotting Oricorio

ATK Cost: Two Steel-types
Damage Output: Up to 80

As a gamer, I’ve been noticing that Steel-type Pokemon in the current Pokémon TCG Pocket meta, particularly Magearna, can be quite effective against popular cards like Oricorio. What makes Magearna interesting is its ability to amplify its attack power when facing a Pokémon with an ability – a perfect counter to Oricorio’s Safeguard. In essence, if I manage to charge up Magearna, it can take out Oricorio in a single hit, unless the latter has a Giant Cape equipped.

Magearna’s minimal withdrawal fee is a plus point, as it allows the player to effortlessly replace it following the defeat of Oricorio, enabling them to continue inflicting damage with their main attacker, usually one of their prior-used Pokémon.

1. Lucario (A2 092)

Reason: Capability to Counter More than One Card

ATK Cost: Two Fighting-types
Damage Output: Up to 80

Instead of using the Lightning-type Oricorio against Fighting-types, consider using Lucario, one of the top anti-meta cards in Pokemon TCG Pocket, as a counter. With Lucario, players can inflict 80 damage on Oricorio. Here’s how it works: Lucario deals an initial 40 damage, which is raised to 60 due to its ability, Fighting Coach. As Oricorio is weak against Lucario’s Fighting type, the damage increases to a total of 80, making it possible for Lucario to defeat the stalling bird in a single hit.

In simpler terms, Lucario is an excellent match for Oricorio because it can quickly defeat it and continue being a strong attacker afterwards. Since Lucario consistently inflicts damage on the opponent’s other cards, there’s often no need to replace it with another Pokémon. Furthermore, the combination of standard Rampardos and Lucario has nearly always won against decks that include Oricorio, demonstrating this strategy’s effectiveness against Oricorio, a Pokémon designed to hinder opponents.

2025-05-05 10:18