The Pokemon TCG Pocket’s latest booster pack, Mythical Island, has arrived, bringing not only new cards but also significant shifts to the game’s meta. While Mewtwo ex, Pikachu ex, and Starmie ex have dominated the ranked scene, players are now exploring new deck strategies thanks to the fresh additions. Even with a smaller card pool than previous expansions, Mythical Island is already sparking discussions about powerful combinations and potential meta-defining cards.
Grass Decks Flourish with Celebi ex and Serperior Combo
Grass-type decks are poised to thrive with the introduction of Celebi ex and Serperior. Serperior’s ability effectively doubles the value of each grass energy attached to it, synergizing perfectly with Celebi ex’s Powerful Bloom attack. This attack allows players to flip a coin for each grass energy attached to Celebi ex, dealing 50 damage for each heads. Dhelmise further complements this combo, as Serperior can quickly power up its devastating Power Whip attack.
Mew EX New Booster PacksOne of the new cards in the Pokemon TCG Pocket Mythical Island Booster Pack
Taurus ex and Eevee: Unexpected Normal-Type Contenders
Beyond the grass-type resurgence, other cards are emerging as potential threats. Taurus ex, seemingly unassuming at first glance, boasts a Fighting Tackle attack that deals an additional 80 damage when facing an ex Pokemon, effectively one-shotting popular choices like Pikachu ex. Another normal-type contender is the new Eevee, whose Continuous Steps ability offers the potential for infinite damage with just one basic energy, making it a faster alternative to Lickitung.
Mew ex: A Powerful New Threat
Mew ex, a significantly upgraded version of the original Mew, presents a formidable challenge to existing decks. Its Genome Hacking ability allows Mew ex to copy the opponent’s active Pokemon’s attack, potentially unleashing powerful moves like Charizard’s Crimson Storm. Cards like Mythical Slab and Budding Explorer can further enhance Mew ex’s disruptive potential.
Exeggutor, Fire-Type Support, and Beyond
Exeggutor emerges as a potential counter to popular meta picks like Mewtwo ex and Charizard ex, with its Psychic attack capable of one-shotting opponents under the right conditions. Blaine decks receive new versions of Ponyta and Rapidash, offering more damage potential, albeit with a reliance on luck. The new Magmar also provides additional fire-type options for Blaine supporters.
Looking Ahead
While details about the next booster pack remain scarce, speculation points towards a full-sized expansion similar to Genetic Apex, potentially introducing even more Pokemon than Mythical Island. Currently, players can take advantage of a free hourglass event to expand their Pokemon TCG Pocket Pokedex.
Let’s brace for another obnoxious Duo combo.
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