Best Garchomp Ex Decks in Pokemon TCG Pocket

Garchomp, a formidable Dragon-type Pokémon, gets the EX treatment in the *Pokémon TCG Pocket* Triumphant Light expansion. Its power lies in bypassing defensive Pokémon like Druddigon, threatening your opponent's bench. However, as a Stage 2 Pokémon, getting it into play quickly can be challenging.

Garchomp EX's Linear Attack, dealing 50 damage to an active or benched Pokémon, is its key strength. Its 100 damage Dragon Claw attack, requiring 3 Energy, isn't as efficient. Fortunately, the Triumphant Light Gible and Gabite provide decent single-Energy attacks, making them valuable early-game attackers.

Here are three decks showcasing Garchomp EX's potential:

Hitmonchan (Fighting Energy)

Gible 2x (Triumphant Light), Gabite 2x (Triumphant Light), Garchomp EX 2x, Hitmonchan 2x, Marshadow 1x, Professor’s Research 2x, Cyrus 2x, Sabrina 1x, Poké Ball 2x, Pokémon Communication 2x, X Speed 2x. This deck uses Hitmonchan to pressure your opponent while developing your Garchomp EX line. Farfetch’d can replace Hitmonchan depending on your opponent's deck; however, Arceus EX is weak to Hitmonchan. Cyrus allows you to reposition damaged Pokémon for attacks, and Marshadow cleans up after knockouts.

Aerodactyl EX (Fighting Energy)

Gible 2x (Triumphant Light), Gabite 2x (Triumphant Light), Garchomp EX 2x, Amber Fossil 2x, Aerodactyl EX 2x, Marshadow 1x, Professor’s Research 2x, Cyrus 2x, Poké Ball 2x, Pokémon Communication 1x, X Speed 2x. This deck focuses on a faster Garchomp EX evolution. Aerodactyl EX provides early-game support, and its low retreat cost complements X Speed. Limited Marshadow usage prioritizes early Gible play. Manage your Cyrus plays strategically to counter opponent's Cyrus.

Lucario EX (Fighting Energy)

Gible 2x (Triumphant Light), Gabite 2x (Triumphant Light), Garchomp EX 2x, Riolu 2x, Lucario EX 2x, Hitmonchan 1x, Professor’s Research 2x, Cyrus 2x, Poké Ball 2x, Pokémon Communication 1x, X Speed 2x. This powerful deck is riskier, requiring you to quickly evolve both Lucario and Garchomp EX. Lucario's +20 damage buff significantly enhances your attackers, making Garchomp EX's Linear Attack exceptionally strong. Consider delaying Garchomp EX evolution if necessary to avoid losing key Pokémon.

These are some of the best Garchomp EX decks in *Pokémon TCG Pocket*. As the meta evolves, expect further experimentation with this powerful Pokémon.

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