A Top 5 Pokemon of All Time Rises to Pokemon TCG Pocket’s Top of the Meta Again

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In the world of Pokemon TCG Pocket, the latest release, Eevee Grove, has caused a significant stir in the competitive scene by introducing some game-changing cards. Surprisingly, among these changes, an Eeveelution deck has emerged, boasting three distinct Eevee evolutions and a grand total of four Eevee cards. Remarkably, this deck ranks among the best in the game. Yet, another deck is swiftly stealing the limelight from Eevee and its evolutions. This new deck showcases one of the five most cherished Pokemon throughout history, and it currently holds the top position in the meta.

In some cases, certain Pokémon TCG Pocket cards have managed to stand the test of time, like Giratina Ex remaining relevant in various forms since its introduction or Solgaleo Ex being the quickest and most dependable deck for three consecutive sets. However, it’s worth noting that games within the Pokémon universe don’t always provide equal treatment to all creatures, and the same goes for Pokémon TCG Pocket. The Shining Revelry expansion introduced a second version of Charizard Ex, which is now one of the top cards in the entire game due to Eevee Grove’s Sylveon Ex.

As a devoted Pokémon enthusiast, I was thrilled to learn that, according to a 2020 fan poll coordinated by The Pokémon Company, my favorite flame-breathing dragon, Charizard, ranked as the fourth most cherished Pokémon in history!

Pokemon TCG Pocket’s Charizard Ex and Sylveon Ex Meta Deck Explained

In simpler terms, the Pokemon TCG Pocket version of Sylveon EX stands out as overpowered due to its dual functionality. It functions as a typical Pokemon card with Health Points (HP), attacks, and other standard stats. However, it also possesses an ability that resembles Professor’s Research, enabling players to draw two cards each time. This additional draw engine is extremely powerful, making Sylveon EX a popular inclusion in many game formats, even if those decks don’t use Psychic Energy for its attacks. A similar trend is emerging with the new Charizard EX deck that utilizes Shining Revelry Stoke Charizard EX along with two copies of Sylveon EX.

The deck has a few possible lists, but the most consistent one is usually the same. This includes:

  • 2x Charmander (Shining Revelry)
  • 2x Charizard Ex (Shining Revelry)
  • 2x Eevee (Eevee Grove)
  • 2x Sylveon Ex (Eevee Grove)
  • 1x Flareon (Genetic Apex)
  • 2x Poke Ball (Launch promo)
  • 2x Professor’s Research (Launch promo)
  • 1x Sabrina (Genetic Apex)
  • 1x Mars (Space-Time Smackdown)
  • 1x Giant Cape (Space-Time Smackdown)
  • 2x Lillie (Celestial Guardians)
  • 2x Rare Candy (Celestial Guardians)

In some Pokemon TCG Pocket games, the Flareon from Genetic Apex may not appear on certain lists, but it’s an essential asset when facing off against opposing Oricorios. The reason being, it prevents Charizard Ex from causing damage with its attack. Consequently, a game featuring an Oricorio deck without the Flareon could potentially end in defeat. Sabrina is also useful for switching out Oricorios if Charizard Ex is poised to strike, and there’s no additional Oricorio on the bench for your opponent.

This Pokémon deck performs exceptionally well in the current game meta due to the exceptional attack power of Charizard Ex’s Stoke. Players can amass all Energy required for Steam Artillery, inflicting 150 damage per turn. Furthermore, Sylveon Ex provides a reliable source of card draws, which is further strengthened by the new Eevee with its Collect ability. The deck’s strength and consistency make it one of the most popular choices in the Master Ball Rank of Pokémon TCG Pocket.

Why Charizard Ex/Sylveon Ex is an OP deck in Pokemon TCG Pocket

One advantage of constructing and utilizing this deck is that it doesn’t face many disadvantageous encounters in the current game format. The most challenging opponents it may encounter are the Sylveon Ex and Greninja decks from Pokemon TCG Pocket, primarily due to Greninja’s ability to inflict damage on the bench and dealing 20 extra damage against Charmander and Charizard Ex. Additionally, the Silvally/Oricorio deck poses a threat because it can deal significant, swift damage to Charizard Ex, while Oricorio can slow down Charizard Ex. However, all other decks in the current format are either neutral or beneficial matchups for this deck, making it a strong choice for climbing the rankings.

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2025-07-06 01:14