The *Pokemon TCG Pocket*: Space-Time Smackdown expansion set, themed around Diamond and Pearl, brings a fresh twist to the meta-game, significantly altering strategies and deck-building approaches. Here are the top decks you should consider constructing to get a head start in this exciting new set.
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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 shines with the new Supporter card, Dawn, which revolutionizes energy management by allowing you to transfer one Energy from a Benched Pokemon to an Active Pokemon. This feature is crucial in Pokemon TCG Pocket, where energy allocation can make or break your strategy. When you move an Energy to Darkrai Ex, it gains the ability to deal an additional 20 damage to the opponent’s Active Pokemon, setting up a powerful combo. Weavile Ex then capitalizes on this by dealing extra damage to already weakened opponents. Murkrow and Honchkrow provide solid backup, ensuring you have consistent attackers while you build 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
Metal-type Pokemon, including Meltan and Melmetal, have faced challenges since the Genetic Apex era of Pokemon TCG Pocket. However, with the introduction of Dialga Ex in Space-Time Smackdown, this archetype sees a promising revival. Dialga Ex's Metallic Turbo ability allows you to attach two Metal Energy to your Benched Pokemon, accelerating your path to powering up Melmetal. Including Mew Ex and Tauros as counters, especially with Tauros benefiting from Metallic Turbo, adds versatility and strength to this deck.
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 surged in popularity with Celebi Ex during Mythical Island, but Exeggutor Ex has always been the real powerhouse. The addition of Yanmega Ex in Space-Time Smackdown keeps Exeggutor Ex in the limelight. Yanmega Ex offers consistent attacking with its Air Slash, dealing 120 damage, while Exeggutor Ex holds the frontline. Erika's healing capabilities and the new Rocky Helmet Pokemon Tool enhance your defensive strategy, making this deck a formidable choice.
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
Pachirisu Ex's deck focuses on leveraging Pokemon Tool usage to maximize its potential. With a Pokemon Tool attached, Pachirisu Ex can deal 80 damage with just two Electric Energy, offering excellent value. Giant Cape and Rocky Helmet bolster its durability, while Potions ensure it remains in play throughout the match. Zapdos Ex provides reliable backup, allowing you to build your bench and wait for optimal draws.
These are our top recommendations 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.
