Top Pokemon TCG Pocket Decks: Space-Time Clash

The *Pokemon TCG Pocket: Space-Time Smackdown* expansion set, themed around Diamond and Pearl, has arrived with a bang, shaking up the meta-game in a big way. Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, these are the top decks you'll want to build first to dominate the competition.

Table of contents

• Pokemon TCG Pocket: Space-Time Smackdown Best Decks
  • Darkrai Ex/Weavile Ex
  • Metal Dialga Ex
  • Yanmega/Exeggutor
  • Pachirisu Ex

Pokemon TCG Pocket: Space-Time Smackdown Best Decks

Darkrai Ex/Weavile Ex

• Sneasel x2
• Weavile Ex x2
• Murkrow x2
• Honchkrow x2
• Darkrai Ex x2
• Dawn x2
• Cyrus x2
• Leaf x2
• Professor’s Research x2
• Poke Ball x2
• Great Cape x2

The Darkrai Ex/Weavile Ex deck is a powerhouse, driven by the new Supporter card, Dawn. This card revolutionizes energy management by allowing you to transfer an Energy from a Benched Pokemon to an Active Pokemon. In Pokemon TCG Pocket, where energy allocation is crucial, this ability can be a game-changer.

When combined with Darkrai Ex, which deals an additional 20 damage to the opponent’s Active Pokemon upon receiving an Energy, you create a potent combo. Weavile Ex can then capitalize on the damage already inflicted, making this deck a formidable force. Murkrow and Honchkrow provide additional attacking options while you set up your bench.

Metal Dialga Ex

• Meltan x2
• Melmetal x2
• Dialga Ex x2
• Mew Ex
• Heatran
• Tauros
• Dawn x2
• Giovanni x2
• Leaf x2
• Professor’s Research x2
• Poke Ball x2
• Giant Cape x2

The Metal Dialga Ex deck breathes new life into Metal-type Pokemon, which have struggled since the Genetic Apex era of Pokemon TCG Pocket. With Dialga Ex's Metallic Turbo ability, you can attach two Metal Energy to your Benched Pokemon, accelerating your path to Melmetal.

This deck also includes Mew Ex and Tauros as counters, with Tauros particularly benefiting from Metallic Turbo. This combination adds a new level of consistency and competitiveness to the Metal archetype.

Yanmega/Exeggutor

• Exeggcute (GA) x2
• Exeggutor Ex x2
• Yanma x2
• Yanmega Ex x2
• Mew Ex
• Erika x2
• Leaf x2
• Professor’s Research x2
• Poke Ball x2
• Rocky Helmet x2
• Pokemon Communication

Grass-type decks have surged in popularity since the release of Celebi Ex in Mythical Island, but Exeggutor Ex remains the true star. With the addition of Yanmega Ex, this deck continues to shine.

Yanmega Ex is a consistent attacker with its Air Slash dealing 120 damage, while Exeggutor Ex serves as a frontline attacker during setup. Erika's healing capabilities, combined with the new Rocky Helmet Pokemon Tool, offer both offensive and defensive advantages.

Pachirisu Ex

• Pachirisu Ex x2
• Mew Ex
• Zapdos Ex x2
• Cyrus
• Giovanni
• Professor’s Research x2
• Poke Ball x2
• Rocky Helmet x2
• Giant Cape x2
• Lum Berry
• X Speed x2
• Potion x2

The Pachirisu Ex deck focuses on leveraging Pokemon Tools to maximize Pachirisu Ex's potential. With a Pokemon Tool attached, it can deal 80 damage with just two Electric Energy, making it a highly efficient attacker. Giant Cape and Rocky Helmet enhance its durability, while Potions ensure it stays in the fight longer.

Zapdos Ex provides reliable backup while you set up your bench and draw the necessary cards.

And those are our top picks for the best decks to build first in Pokemon TCG Pocket: Space-Time Smackdown. For more tips and detailed information on the game, be sure to check out The Escapist.