Top Arceus Ex Decks for Pokemon TCG Pocket

The legendary Arceus Ex has made its way into *Pokemon TCG Pocket* early in the game's lifecycle, bringing with it a host of synergistic Pokemon from the Triumphant Light expansion pack. Arceus Ex's powerful presence not only enhances gameplay but also opens up numerous strategic deck-building opportunities. Here’s a detailed look at the best Arceus Ex decks in *Pokemon TCG Pocket*.

Best Arceus Ex Decks in Pokemon TCG Pocket

Arceus Ex stands out with its ability to remain immune to status conditions such as Sleep and Confused. Its Ultimate Force attack, which requires 3 Colorless energy, deals 70 damage plus an additional 20 for each benched Pokemon, reaching a formidable 130 damage when fully powered up.

Arceus Ex also synergizes with eight different Pokemon from the Triumphant Light expansion, each possessing a unique "link" ability that activates in the presence of an Arceus Ex or regular Arceus:

• Carnivine (Power Link)
• Heatran (Speed Link)
• Abomasnow (Vigor Link)
• Raichu (Resilience Link)
• Rotom (Speed Link)
• Tyranitar (Power Link)
• Crobat (Cunning Link)
• Magnezone (Resilience Link)

Among these, Crobat, Magnezone, and Heatran are considered the most potent. Let's explore a deck for each.

Crobat (Dark Energy)

• 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 Poke Ball
• 2x Pokemon Communication

This deck leverages two primary attackers: Crobat and Arceus Ex. With Arceus Ex in play, Crobat can deal 30 damage to your opponent’s Active Pokemon even from the bench. When powered with just one Dark energy, Crobat hits for 50 damage, making it an excellent partner for Arceus Ex, which you aim to power up with three Colorless energies.

With Arceus Ex on the bench, you can retreat Crobat into it without cost, allowing Crobat to hit for 130 damage with a full bench. Farfetch’d adds pressure, while Spiritomb spreads damage to your opponent’s bench, setting up knockouts with Cyrus.

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Dialga Ex/Magnezone (Metal Energy)

• 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 Poke Ball

The primary attacker in this deck is Arceus Ex, supported by two versions of Magnezone. The Triumphant Light Magnezone receives -30 damage when Arceus Ex is present, while the Genetic Apex version deals 110 damage after using Magneton’s Volt Charge ability once. Note that the Genetic Apex Magneton can't use Metal energy, requiring strategic evolution timing.

To maximize Arceus Ex's damage output, a full bench is crucial, and Skarmory along with Giant’s Cape and Rocky Helmet helps in maintaining a robust defense while powering up.

Heatran (Fire Energy)

• 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 Poke Ball
• 2x X Speed

This deck takes a rush-down approach, reminiscent of the classic Ninetails Blaine deck. Heatran, Rapidash, and Farfetch’d pressure the opponent early with minimal energy requirements, while Arceus Ex powers up on the bench. Giant’s Cape aids Heatran's survival and pushes Arceus Ex over the 150 HP threshold.

Arceus Ex's presence allows Heatran to retreat for free, enabling swift swaps among the deck's Pokemon. Heatran's Ragin’ Fury attack deals 80 damage for two Fire energies if it's been damaged; otherwise, it does 40 damage, which can still be impactful early in matches.

As *Pokemon TCG Pocket* evolves, more strategies involving Arceus Ex will likely emerge. For now, these are the top decks to utilize the legendary's power.

*Pokemon TCG Pocket is available now on mobile devices.*