Top Gyarados Ex Deck Strategies for Pokemon TCG Pocket

Best Gyarados Ex Decks in *Pokemon TCG Pocket*

The release of the Mythical Island expansion for *Pokemon TCG Pocket* has introduced a standout card: Gyarados Ex. This powerful card has become a favorite among players due to its impressive stats and versatile gameplay. Here's a detailed look at the best Gyarados Ex decks to build and dominate in the game.

Table of Contents

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

Gyarados Ex: Stats and Abilities

Gyarados Ex boasts the following:

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

With a formidable 180 HP, Gyarados Ex can withstand attacks from heavy hitters like Mewtwo Ex and Pikachu Ex. It becomes an even more potent threat when paired with Giovanni, capable of knocking out these opponents. Even without Giovanni, Gyarados Ex's ability to finish off weakened Pokemon makes it an essential component of any Water deck.

Gyarados Ex/Greninja Combo

This deck focuses on building up both Greninja and Gyarados Ex while utilizing Druddigon as a frontline defender:

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

Druddigon, with 100 HP, acts as a sturdy wall and inflicts chip damage without requiring Energy. As Druddigon holds the line, you can develop Greninja to deal additional chip damage or serve as a primary attacker. Once your opponents are weakened, Gyarados Ex steps in as a devastating finisher.

Gyarados Ex/Starmie Ex/Vaporeon Combo

For those preferring a more dynamic playstyle, consider this deck:

• 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

In this setup, Starmie Ex and Vaporeon take the initial offensive roles, with Gyarados Ex as the ultimate finisher. Starmie Ex's ability to retreat without cost allows for flexible strategy, enabling you to bring in Gyarados Ex at the optimal moment. Vaporeon's Energy management ensures Gyarados Ex is always ready to strike, saving you precious turns.

These are the top Gyarados Ex decks currently excelling in *Pokemon TCG Pocket*. For more insights, strategies, and the latest deck tier lists, be sure to visit The Escapist, where our monthly updates keep you ahead of the game.