Top Pokémon TCG Arceus VMAX Decks

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 deals 70 damage, plus an additional 20 for each benched Pokémon, totaling 130 damage with a full bench and three Colorless Energy. This potent attack is further enhanced by eight Pokémon from the Triumphant Light expansion, each possessing a unique "Link" ability activated by Arceus Ex or a regular Arceus.

These Link Pokémon 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 effective 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 Colorless Energy. A fully powered Arceus Ex on the bench allows for free retreats with Crobat (no Retreat Cost), enabling a devastating 130-damage attack against your opponent. Farfetch'd adds 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

Arceus Ex leads the charge here, supported by both versions of Magnezone. The Triumphant Light Magnezone gains a -30 damage reduction with Arceus Ex present, while the Genetic Apex Magnezone hits for 110 damage after using Magneton's Volt Charge ability. Note that the Genetic Apex Magnezone cannot be powered with Metal Energy (it's Electric type). Skarmory, along with Giant's Cape and Rocky Helmet, bolster the team's survivability, ensuring Arceus Ex's 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, aggressive Fire-type strategy. Heatran, Rapidash, and Farfetch'd provide early pressure, while Arceus Ex builds up on the bench. Giant's Cape protects Heatran and boosts Arceus Ex's HP above 150. Heatran's free retreat with Arceus Ex in play allows for efficient energy management. 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 current options in Pokémon TCG Pocket.

Pokémon TCG Pocket is available now on mobile devices.