Garchomp, a formidable Dragon-type Pokémon, has been elevated to Ex status with the release of the Triumphant Light expansion set in *Pokemon TCG Pocket*. Here are the top Garchomp Ex decks to dominate the game.

Best Garchomp Ex Decks in Pokemon TCG Pocket

It's crucial to understand that Cynthica does not synergize with Garchomp Ex, as she only enhances the base form. Garchomp Ex excels at bypassing defensive walls like Druddigon and other high HP Pokémon, directly threatening your opponent's bench. However, being a Stage 2 Pokémon, it can be challenging to get Garchomp Ex into play before being overwhelmed by fast attackers like Exeggutor Ex.

The key attraction of Garchomp Ex is its Linear Attack, dealing 50 damage to either an active or benched Pokémon. This is more advantageous than its Dragon Claw attack, which requires 3 Energy for 100 damage. Fortunately, the Triumphant Light versions of Gible and Gabite can deal decent damage with just one Energy, making them effective front-line attackers.

Below are three decks optimized for Garchomp Ex in *Pokemon TCG Pocket*:

Hitmonchan (Fighting Energy)

• Gible x2 (Triumphant Light)
• Gabite x2 (Triumphant Light)
• Garchomp Ex x2
• Hitmonchan x2
• Marshadow x1
• Professor’s Research x2
• Cyrus x2
• Sabrina x1
• Poke Ball x2
• Pokemon Communication x2
• X Speed x2

In this deck, Hitmonchan applies pressure while you evolve your Garchomp Ex line. Farfetch’d can be a suitable substitute for Hitmonchan, depending on the meta; however, Hitmonchan is effective against Arceus Ex. If your opponent retreats after Hitmonchan damages a Pokémon, use Cyrus to pull it forward for a Dragon Claw or hit it with Linear Attack on the bench. Marshadow can then clean up any fallen Pokémon.

Aerodactyl EX (Fighting Energy)

• Gible x2 (Triumphant Light)
• Gabite x2 (Triumphant Light)
• Garchomp Ex x2
• Amber Fossil x2
• Aerodactyl Ex x2
• Marshadow x1
• Professor’s Research x2
• Cyrus x2
• Poke Ball x2
• Pokemon Communication x1
• X Speed x2

This deck focuses on evolving from Gible to Gabite to Garchomp Ex, with Aerodactyl Ex assisting since Poke Ball cannot retrieve the Amber Fossil needed for its evolution. With only one Marshadow, you're likely to start with Gible. Garchomp Ex’s low energy requirement makes Linear Attack effective, while Aerodactyl Ex serves as a late-game sweeper or a switch-in when ready. All cards have a retreat cost of one, making X Speeds crucial for managing your Pokémon's positioning. Be cautious of your opponent's Cyrus plays, as your own Cyrus plays will be pivotal to victory.

Lucario EX (Fighting Energy)

• Gible x2 (Triumphant Light)
• Gabite x2 (Triumphant Light)
• Garchomp Ex x2
• Riolu x2
• Lucario x2
• Hitmonchan x1
• Professor’s Research x2
• Cyrus x2
• Poke Ball x2
• Pokemon Communication x1
• X Speed x2

This potent yet risky deck aims to get both Lucario and Garchomp Ex into play before your opponent can rush you. Lucario boosts the damage of Gible, Gabite, and Hitmonchan by +20, making them formidable attackers. Garchomp Ex’s Linear Attack, enhanced by Lucario, deals 70 damage to the active Pokémon with just one Fighting Energy. However, this boost does not extend to benched Pokémon. With both Lucarios in play, all your Pokémon become significantly more powerful. Sometimes, delaying the evolution of Gabite to Garchomp Ex might be strategic to avoid giving away easy knockouts.

These are the premier Garchomp Ex decks for *Pokemon TCG Pocket*. As the meta evolves, expect to see more experimentation with this iconic Dragon and Ground-type Pokémon.

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