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Learn the best way to use a Team Rocket’s Nidoking ex Deck in the current Pokemon TCG meta and which cards work well in this archetype.
On paper, Team Rocket’s Nidoking ex looks like it would have perfect synergy with cards that rely on spreading Poison to win. This is because its first move, Tainted Horn, places eight damage counters instead of the usual one after poisoning the opponent. However, in the recently concluded NAIC 2025, the decks that used this card as part of a Team Rocket engine saw more success. This is due to the Destined Rivals expansion introducing a wide range of Team Rocket cards that synergize well with one another. So, it isn’t surprising that this King would work well with his Team Rocket subjects.
Pokemon TCG Best Team Rocket’s Nidoking Ex Deck Guide Overview
This deck uses multiple cards with Team Rocket in their name, with Team Rocket’s Nidoking ex serving as the main attacker. The different Supporters take advantage of the fact that the deck consists entirely of Team Rocket’s Pokemon, while Team Rocket’s Spidops serves as a secondary attacker for the endgame.
All Cards in Best Pokemon TCG Destined Rivals Team Rocket’s Nidoking Ex Deck
- Team Rocket’s Nidoran♂ x3
- Team Rocket’s Nidorino x1
- Team Rocket’s Nidoking ex x2
- Team Rocket’s Tarountula x3
- Team Rocket’s Spidops x3
- Team Rocket’s Mimikyu x1
- Team Rocket’s Articuno x1
- Team Rocket’s Wobbuffet x1
- Team Rocket’s Ariana x4
- Team Rocket’s Proton x3
- Team Rocket’s Giovanni x3
- Team Rocket’s Archer x1
- Team Rocket’s Petrel x1
- Iono x1
- Team Rocket’s Transceiver x4
- Ultra Ball x4
- Night Stretcher x2
- Rare Candy x2
- Earthen Vessel x2
- Counter Catcher x1
- Unfair Stamp x1
- Pokégear 3.0 x1
- Defiance Band x1
- Team Rocket’s Factory x4
- Grass Energy x6
- Team Rocket’s Energy x4
How To Play This Best Team Rocket’s Nidoking Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG Destined Rivals
Ideal Starting Hand
Ideally, you want to fill your Bench and Active Spot with Team Rocket’s Pokemon like Team Rocket’s Nidoran and Team Rocket’s Articuno. Getting Team Rocket’s Proton on your first turn is great too, as it can then be used to add more Basic Team Rocket’s Pokemon.
Best Team Rocket’s Nidoking Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG: Key Cards
Here’s the strategy for this deck:
- Team Rocket’s Nidoking ex is the main attacker. By attaching two Team Rocket’s Energy, it can use not only Tainted Horn but also its second move, Kingly Impact, if needed.
- Team Rocket’s Spidops can work as a late-game cleaner. It can pick off damaged Pokemon as long as your Bench is packed with Team Rocket’s Pokemon.
- While all the Team Rocket Supporters are useful, Team Rocket’s Ariana acts as an amazing draw engine as long as all your Pokemon in play are Team Rocket’s.
Best Team Rocket’s Nidoking Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG Destined Rivals: Performance
Best Matchups
Gardevoir ex takes double damage from Team Rocket’s Nidoking ex’s Darkness attacks.
Counters to Team Rocket’s Nidoking Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG
Raging Bolt ex can hold after taking a Tainted Horn, and fire back with Bellowing Thunder.
Best Team Rocket’s Nidoking Ex Deck Guide in Pokemon TCG Destined Rivals: Tips and Tricks
Something to consider while using this deck
- Use Earthen Vessel to get Basic Grass Energy for Team Rocket’s Spidops.
- If your Team Rocket’s Nidoking ex is damaged, switch it out for Team Rocket’s Wobbuffet. With its move Rocket Mirror, it can transfer all that damage to the Defending Pokemon.
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