Top Pokémon TCG Arceus VMAX Decks

The arrival of Arceus Ex in Pokémon TCG Pocket has shaken up the meta, introducing powerful synergies with several Pokémon. This legendary Pokémon's immunity to status conditions and its devastating Ultimate Force attack (70 damage + 20 for each benched Pokémon) make it a formidable force. Here are some top-performing Arceus Ex decks:

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Arceus Ex's ability renders it immune to debilitating status effects like Sleep and Confusion. Its Ultimate Force attack packs a punch, dealing 70 damage plus an additional 20 for each Pokémon on your bench. A fully powered-up Arceus Ex can unleash a whopping 130 damage!

Arceus Ex's strength is amplified by eight Pokémon from the Triumphant Light expansion, each possessing a unique "Link" ability activated by the presence of Arceus Ex or a regular Arceus: 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 potent 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 bench Arceus Ex allows for free retreats from Crobat (no retreat cost), hitting for 130 damage. Farfetch'd provides additional pressure, while Spiritomb spreads damage across the opponent's bench, setting up knockouts with Cyrus.

Deck List: 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 centers around Arceus Ex, supported by both versions of Magnezone. The Triumphant Light Magnezone benefits from Arceus Ex's presence (-30 damage reduction), while the Genetic Apex Magnezone hits for 110 damage after using Magneton's Volt Charge ability. Note: Genetic Apex Magnezone can't be powered by Metal Energy (it's Electric-type), requiring careful evolution timing. Skarmory, alongside Giant's Cape and Rocky Helmet, bolsters the team's survivability, particularly crucial for maximizing Arceus Ex's damage output with a full bench.

Deck List: 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, aggressive Fire-type strategy, similar to Ninetails Blaine decks. Heatran, Rapidash, and Farfetch'd provide early pressure with low energy requirements, while powering up your benched Arceus Ex. Giant's Cape enhances Heatran's survivability and pushes Arceus Ex above 150 HP. Heatran's free retreat (with Arceus Ex in play) allows for flexible Pokémon swapping. Its Ragin' Fury attack deals 80 damage (with prior damage) or 40 otherwise.

Deck List: 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 are sure to emerge, these decks represent some of the strongest currently available in Pokémon TCG Pocket.

Pokémon TCG Pocket is available now on mobile devices.