Garchomp, one of the most fearsome Dragon types in the *Pokemon* universe, has been elevated to Ex status with the release of the Triumphant Light expansion set in *Pokemon TCG Pocket*. Here, we explore the best Garchomp Ex decks to help you dominate the game.

Best Garchomp Ex Decks in Pokemon TCG Pocket

It's crucial to understand that Cynthica does not synergize with Garchomp Ex; she only boosts the base form. Garchomp Ex excels at bypassing walls like Druddigon and other high HP Pokemon, posing a direct threat to your opponent's bench. However, as a Stage 2 Pokemon, getting Garchomp Ex ready before your opponent can rush you with cards like Exeggutor Ex can be challenging.

The allure of Garchomp Ex lies in its Linear Attack, which delivers 50 damage to any Pokemon on the active spot or bench. This ability outshines its Dragon Claw attack, which requires 3 Energy for a mere 100 damage. Fortunately, the Triumphant Light versions of Gible and Gabite can hold their own as front-line attackers with decent damage output from just one energy.

Below are three deck configurations that effectively utilize Garchomp Ex in *Pokemon TCG Pocket*:

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
• Poke Ball 2x
• Pokemon Communication 2x
• X Speed 2x

In this deck, maintain pressure with Hitmonchan while building up your Garchomp Ex line. Farfetch’d can replace Hitmonchan based on the meta, but it's worth noting that Arceus Ex is weak to Hitmonchan. Use Cyrus to pull damaged Pokemon forward for a Dragon Claw or Linear Attack. Marshadow is great for cleanup if any of your Pokemon fall.

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
• Poke Ball 2x
• Pokemon Communication 1x
• X Speed 2x

This deck focuses on evolving from Gible to Gabite and finally to Garchomp Ex. Aerodactyl Ex is crucial since Poke Ball can't 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 it versatile, with Aerodactyl Ex serving as a late-game cleaner or a strategic switch-in. X Speeds are invaluable for managing retreat costs. Be wary of opponent's Cyrus plays, as your own Cyrus plays will be pivotal to victory.

Lucario EX (Fighting Energy)

• Gible 2x (Triumphant Light)
• Gabite 2x (Triumphant Light)
• Garchomp Ex 2x
• Riolu 2x
• Lucario 2x
• Hitmonchan 1x
• Professor’s Research 2x
• Cyrus 2x
• Poke Ball 2x
• Pokemon Communication 1x
• X Speed 2x

This deck is powerful but risky, requiring both Lucario and Garchomp Ex to be online before your opponent can rush you. Lucario significantly boosts the damage output of Gible, Gabite, and Hitmonchan by +20, and enhances Garchomp Ex's Linear Attack to deal 70 damage with just one Fighting energy to the opponent's Active Pokemon. If you manage to get both Lucario online, your entire team becomes a formidable force. Sometimes, delaying the evolution of Gabite into Garchomp Ex can be strategic to avoid giving up two knockout points.

These are the top Garchomp Ex decks in *Pokemon TCG Pocket*. As the meta evolves weekly, expect to see more innovative uses of this iconic Dragon and Ground type Pokemon.

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