The arrival of Arceus Ex in Pokémon TCG Pocket has quickly shaken up the meta, introducing powerful synergies with several Pokémon. Here are some of the best Arceus Ex decks currently available.

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Arceus Ex boasts an ability granting immunity to status conditions like Sleep and Confusion. Its Ultimate Force attack packs a punch, dealing 70 damage plus an additional 20 for each benched Pokémon, totaling 130 damage with a full bench. This potent attack, combined with its ability, makes Arceus Ex a formidable centerpiece.

Arceus Ex synergizes exceptionally well with eight Pokémon from the Triumphant Light expansion, each possessing a unique “Link” ability activated by the presence of Arceus Ex or a regular Arceus. These include Carnivine (Power Link), Heatran (Speed Link), Abomasnow (Vigor Link), Raichu (Resilience Link), Rotom (Speed Link), Tyranitar (Power Link), Crobat (Cunning Link), and Magnezone (Resilience Link). Crobat, Magnezone, and Heatran stand out as particularly strong partners.

Crobat (Dark Energy) Deck

This deck utilizes Crobat and Arceus Ex as its primary attackers. With Arceus Ex in play, Crobat's ability inflicts 30 damage to the opponent's Active Pokémon, even from the bench. Its 50-damage attack (for one Dark Energy) complements Arceus Ex, which you'll want to power up with three energies. A fully powered-up Arceus Ex on the bench allows for free retreats with Crobat (no retreat cost), enabling a devastating 130-damage attack against a full bench. Farfetch'd provides additional pressure, while Spiritomb spreads damage to the opponent's bench, setting up knockouts with Cyrus.

• 2x Arceus Ex
• 2x Zubat (Triumphant Light)
• 2x Golbat (Genetic Apex)
• 2x Crobat
• 1x Spiritomb
• 1x Farfetch’d
• 2x Professor’s Research
• 2x Dawn
• 2x Cyrus
• 2x Poké Ball
• 2x Pokémon Communication

Dialga Ex/Magnezone (Metal Energy) Deck

This deck features Arceus Ex as the main attacker, supported by both versions of Magnezone. The Triumphant Light Magnezone benefits from a -30 damage reduction with Arceus Ex present, while the Genetic Apex Magnezone deals 110 damage after using Magneton's Volt Charge ability. Note that the Genetic Apex Magnezone cannot be powered by Metal Energy (it's Electric-type), requiring careful evolution timing. Skarmory, along with Giant's Cape and Rocky Helmet, provides crucial survivability for your key Pokémon, ensuring Arceus Ex can reach its full damage potential.

• 2x Arceus Ex
• 2x Dialga Ex
• 2x Magnemite (Triumphant Light)
• 2x Magneton (Genetic Apex)
• 1x Magnezone (Triumphant Light)
• 1x Magnezone (Genetic Apex)
• 1x Skarmory
• 2x Professor’s Research
• 2x Leaf
• 2x Giant’s Cape
• 1x Rocky Helmet
• 2x Poké Ball

Heatran (Fire Energy) Deck

This deck offers a faster, more aggressive Fire-type strategy, similar to Ninetails Blaine decks. Heatran, Rapidash, and Farfetch'd provide early pressure with low energy requirements, while Arceus Ex powers up on the bench. Giant's Cape enhances Heatran's survivability and boosts Arceus Ex above 150 HP. Heatran's free retreat with Arceus Ex in play allows for flexible Pokémon switching. Its Ragin' Fury attack deals 80 damage (with prior damage) or 40 damage otherwise.

• 2x Arceus Ex
• 2x Heatran (Triumphant Light)
• 2x Ponyta (Mythical Island)
• 2x Rapidash (Genetic Apex)
• 1x Farfetch’d
• 2x Professor’s Research
• 1x Blaine
• 1x Cyrus
• 1x Dawn
• 2x Giant’s Cape
• 2x Poké Ball
• 2x X Speed

While more Arceus Ex strategies will undoubtedly emerge, these decks represent some of the strongest and most effective builds currently available in Pokémon TCG Pocket.

Pokémon TCG Pocket is available now on mobile devices.