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ThePokemon Trading Card Game Pocketbattling scene is constantly changing and evolving with each new expansion that is introduced to the game. These new expansions introduce a range of new monsters and Items/Supporters, leading to the emergence of new ace Pokemon and unexpected synergies and strategies.
One of the many cards that people have started to build around following the release oftheEevee Groveexpansion setis none other thanSnorlax ex. Snorlax ex is a Colorless-type monster, meaning it has a lot of versatility in the types of decks and strategies where it can be implemented. If you’re looking for aviable Snorlax ex deck to try out inPokemon TCG Pocket,this guide has explained one of the best builds for players, including a complete card list.
Best Snorlax ex Deck in Pokemon TCG Pocket, Explained
Snorlax exhas emerged as a viable Pokemon for several different deck types, as it is a Colorless monster. This means that it can fit hand in hand with any other Type, as Colorless cards can utilize any Energy. With an ability that passively heals itself each turn it remains in the Active Spot, as well as the Flop-Down Punch move, Snorlax ex can dish out 130 damage in a single blow, which is enough to knock out some ex cards, at the cost of putting the Sleep condition on itself.
In this build, the approach focuses on a double Snorlax ex count, one Giratina ex, and then Froakie + Greninja, which makes use of Rare Candy. Ideally, you’ll want to start with Snorlax in the Active Spot, even though you won’t be able to dish out damage due to the Energy requirements. Instead, this first Snorlax is used to tank incoming hits and buy you time to set up your bench and get your strategy into play. Additionally, you can utilize Leftovers with this Snorlax to help the early-game tank, especially against other ex Pokemon.
At the same time, you’ll want to set up Froakie on the bench and useRare Candyto skip-evolve it straight into Greninja. Once you have Greninja, you can keep it on your bench and deal a passive 20 damage per turn to any of your opponent’s Pokemon, providing you with extra damage and big counterplay/pressure potential.
At the same time, you can get Giratina ex onto your bench and use its ability to start building it up, as this will be another viable endgame switch ace Pokemon for dealing heavy damage. Between Snorlax ex and Giratina ex, they will be the primary attackers. When the time is right, you will prevent your first Snorlax ex from a knockout by using Ilima to switch it back to your hand, avoiding that 2-point capture from the enemy. Then, you can proceed forward with these other ace Pokemon (the second Snorlax, which should now be set up with Energy, andGiratinawaiting on the bench in case Snorlax gets knocked out).
The remainder of the deck includes viable Items/Supporters to help this strategy and setup. Irida is included as a backup in case Froakie/Greninja take bench damage. Cyrus offers the opportunity to disrupt your opponent’s strategy and buy more time for your ace setup. Pokemon Center Lady is perfect for when you get your second Snorlax into play, as you can utilize its powerful move and then recover from the Sleep condition immediately on your next turn. Giant Cape also serves a similar purpose, buffing one of your late-game ace Pokemon with extra HP to help with survivability.
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