Best Gyarados Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG Pocket

With the release of the Mythical Island expansion in *Pokemon TCG Pocket*, Gyarados Ex has swiftly become the shining star of the set. This powerful card has caught the attention of players everywhere, leading to the creation of some of the most competitive decks in the game. Here's a detailed look at the best Gyarados Ex decks you can build to dominate your opponents.

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• Gyarados Ex/Greninja Combo
• Gyarados Ex/Starmie Ex/Vaporeon Combo

Pokemon TCG Pocket Best Gyarados Ex Decks

Gyarados Ex boasts impressive stats and abilities that make it a formidable presence on the battlefield:

• 180 HP
• Rampaging Whirlpool (3 Water, 1 Colorless Energy): Discard a random Energy from among the Energy attached to all Pokemon (both yours and your opponent’s). 140 damage.
• Weak to Lightning
• 3 Retreat Cost

Gyarados Ex has carved out a reputation as a terrifying card in *Pokemon TCG Pocket* due to its substantial HP pool. With 180 HP, it can withstand attacks from heavy hitters like Mewtwo Ex and Pikachu Ex. Moreover, when paired with Giovanni, Gyarados Ex can take down these powerhouses. Even without Giovanni, the array of tools available for chipping away at opponents' HP makes Gyarados Ex an excellent finisher for any Water deck.

Gyarados Ex/Greninja Combo

• Froakie x2
• Frogadier x2
• Greninja x2
• Druddigon x2
• Magikarp x2
• Gyarados Ex x2
• Misty x2
• Leaf x2
• Professor’s Research x2
• Poke Ball x2

The strategy with this deck is to build up both Greninja and Gyarados Ex while using Druddigon as your Active Pokemon. Druddigon is a versatile card, serving as both a defensive wall with 100 HP and a source of chip damage without needing Energy attached. As Druddigon stalls your opponent, you can develop Greninja to inflict further chip damage and even use it as your primary attacker if necessary. Once the groundwork is laid, Gyarados Ex steps in as the finisher, capable of sweeping through opponents weakened by your earlier efforts.

Gyarados Ex/Starmie Ex/Vaporeon Combo

• Magikarp x2
• Gyarados Ex x2
• Eevee (Mythical Island) x2
• Vaporeon (Mythical Island) x2
• Staryu x2
• Starmie Ex x2
• Misty x2
• Sabrina
• Giovanni
• Professor’s Research x2
• Poke Ball x2

For players seeking a more aggressive approach, swapping in Vaporeon and Starmie Ex in place of the Greninja line can be highly effective. In this deck, Gyarados Ex remains your key finisher, while Starmie Ex and Vaporeon serve as your initial attackers. The deck's strength lies in its flexibility; Starmie Ex can retreat at no cost, enabling you to switch to Gyarados Ex at optimal moments. Meanwhile, Vaporeon aids in managing Energy, ensuring Gyarados Ex is always ready to strike without wasting turns on setup.

These are the two top-tier Gyarados Ex decks to build in *Pokemon TCG Pocket* currently. For more strategies, tips, and the latest updates on deck tiers, be sure to check out The Escapist's monthly updated resources.