Pokémon TCG: Dominating Decks and Cards for December 2024

This tier list ranks the best decks in Pokémon TCG Pocket, categorizing them into S-Tier, A-Tier, and B-Tier based on their effectiveness and win rate. Note that the meta is dynamic and this list reflects the current state of the game.

Table of Contents

• S-Tier Decks
• A-Tier Decks
• B-Tier Decks

S-Tier Decks: Top-Performing Decks

• Gyarados Ex/Greninja Combo: This synergistic deck utilizes Druddigon as a sturdy early-game defender, Greninja for consistent chip damage, and Gyarados Ex as a powerful finisher. The strategy focuses on wearing down the opponent before delivering a knockout blow with Gyarados Ex. A sample decklist includes: Froakie x2, Frogadier x2, Greninja x2, Druddigon x2, Magikarp x2, Gyarados Ex x2, Misty x2, Leaf x2, Professor’s Research x2, Poke Ball x2.

• Pikachu Ex: Currently considered the strongest deck, Pikachu Ex boasts incredibly efficient damage output (90 damage for two Energy). Its aggressive and fast-paced strategy makes it highly effective. A sample decklist includes: Pikachu Ex x2, Zapdos Ex x2, Blitzle x2, Zebstrika x2, Poke Ball x2, Potion x2, X Speed x2, Professor’s Research x2, Sabrina x2, Giovanni x2. Optional additions include Voltorb and Electrode for added offensive options and strategic retreats.

• Raichu Surge: While slightly less consistent than the pure Pikachu Ex deck, this variation leverages Raichu and Lt. Surge for powerful burst damage. Zapdos Ex provides additional attacking power. The Energy discard drawback of Raichu is mitigated by Lt. Surge's ability. X Speed facilitates strategic retreats. A sample decklist includes: Pikachu Ex x2, Pikachu x2, Raichu x2, Zapdos Ex x2, Potion x2, X Speed x2, Poke Ball x2, Professor’s Research x2, Sabrina x2, Lt. Surge x2.

A-Tier Decks: Strong and Competitive Decks

• Celebi Ex and Serperior Combo: This Grass-type deck excels with the synergy between Celebi Ex and Serperior. Serperior's ability doubles Energy on Grass Pokémon, significantly boosting Celebi Ex's damage potential. Dhelmise provides an alternative attacker. This deck is vulnerable to Fire-type decks. A sample decklist includes: Snivy x2, Servine x2, Serperior x2, Celebi Ex x2, Dhelmise x2, Erika x2, Professor’s Research x2, Poke Ball x2, X Speed x2, Potion x2, Sabrina x2.

• Koga Poison: This deck focuses on poisoning opponents and then exploiting their weakened state with Scolipede's high damage output. Weezing and Whirlipede facilitate poison application, while Koga and Leaf assist with strategic retreats. Tauros serves as a strong finisher against Ex decks. This deck is particularly effective against Mewtwo Ex. A sample decklist includes: Venipede x2, Whirlipede x2, Scolipede x2, Koffing x2, Weezing x2, Tauros, Poke Ball x2, Koga x2, Sabrina, Leaf x2.

• Mewtwo Ex/Gardevoir Combo: This deck utilizes Mewtwo Ex as the primary attacker, supported by Gardevoir's ability to accelerate Energy. Jynx acts as a stalling or early-game attacker. The strategy revolves around quickly evolving Ralts to Gardevoir to power up Mewtwo Ex. A sample decklist includes: Mewtwo Ex x2, Ralts x2, Kirlia x2, Gardevoir x2, Jynx x2, Potion x2, X Speed x2, Poke Ball x2, Professor’s Research x2, Sabrina x2, Giovanni x2.

B-Tier Decks: Good Decks, but Less Consistent

• Charizard Ex: This deck boasts Charizard Ex, a high-damage attacker, but its reliance on specific card draws and setup can make it inconsistent. Moltres Ex assists with early-game Energy acceleration. A sample decklist includes: Charmander x2, Charmeleon x2, Charizard Ex x2, Moltres Ex x2, Potion x2, X Speed x2, Poke Ball x2, Professor’s Research x2, Sabrina x2, Giovanni x2.

• Colorless Pidgeot: This deck uses readily available Pokémon with surprisingly strong utility. Rattata and Raticate provide early-game aggression, while Pidgeot's ability disrupts opponent strategies by forcing Pokémon switches. A sample decklist includes: Pidgey x2, Pidgeotto x2, Pidgeot, Poke Ball x2, Professor’s Research x2, Red Card, Sabrina, Potion x2, Rattata x2, Raticate x2, Kangaskhan, Farfetch’d x2.

This tier list provides a starting point for deck building in Pokémon TCG Pocket. Remember to adapt and refine your deck based on your playstyle and the evolving meta.