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Learn the best way to use a Genesect ex Deck in the current Pokemon TCG meta and which cards work well in this archetype.
Genesect ex is a new card from the Black Bolt expansion that has a lot of potential for Metal-type Pokemon decks. This is because of its ability Metallic Signal, which lets you draw two Metal-type Evolution Pokemon. As such, Genesect ex has great synergy with Gholdengo ex, which can be set up even faster now with its help.
Pokemon TCG Best Genesect Ex Deck Guide Overview
The plan is to use Genesect ex’s ability, Metallic Signal, to quickly acquire Metal-type Evolution cards like Gholdengo ex and Scizor. Once they are evolved, they can set up and sweep as needed.
All Cards in Best Pokemon TCG Genesect Ex Deck
- Gimmighoul x4
- Gholdengo ex x4
- Genesect ex x2
- Fezandipiti ex x1
- Scyther x1
- Scizor x1
- Munkidori x1
- Arven x4
- Boss’s Orders x4
- Ciphermaniac’s Codebreaking x2
- Professor Turo’s Scenario x2
- Superior Energy Retrieval x4
- Buddy-Buddy Poffin x4
- Nest Ball x4
- Counter Catcher x2
- Night Stretcher x2
- Energy Retrieval x1
- Earthen Vessel x1
- Energy Search Pro x1
- Air Balloon x3
- Levincia x1
- Basic Metal Energy x3
- Basic Lightning Energy x2
- Basic Grass Energy x1
- Basic Fire Energy x1
- Basic Water Energy x1
- Basic Psychic Energy x1
- Basic Fighting Energy x1
- Basic Darkness Energy x1
How To Play This Best Genesect Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG
Ideal Starting Hand
Getting Gimminghoul and Scyther are great options to play in the Active Spot on the first turn. Moreover, you can use Nest Ball to get a Genesect ex on the Bench so that you can use its ability to get Gholdengo ex or Scizor.
Best Genesect Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG: Key Cards
Here’s the strategy for this deck:
- Genesect ex uses its ability, Metallic Signal, for getting Gholdengo ex and Scizor in your hand. It can also use its move Protect Charge to deal 150 damage, while also lowering the damage of the Defending Pokemon’s next attack by 30.
- However, Gholdengo ex is the main attacker of this deck as once it is set up, you can start spamming Make it Rain by discarding Basic Energy.
- Scizor is the secondary attacker that can deal massive damage depending on the number of the opponent’s Pokemon that have Abilities.
Best Genesect Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG: Performance
Best Matchups
Gardevoir ex can struggle with this deck as Gholdengo ex can deal massive damage quickly with Make It Rain.
Counters to Genesect Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG
Flareon ex deals double damage to Metal-types like Genesect ex so it is a difficult matchup for this deck.
Best Genesect Ex Deck Guide in Pokemon TCG: Tips and Tricks
Something to consider while using this deck
- Energy Search Pro is the ACE SPEC of choice for this deck as it can let you collect Basic Energy quickly for you to discard as needed for Gholdengo ex’s Make It Rain.
- If you have discarded too much Energy, you can retrieve them with Superior Energy Retrieval, Night Stretcher, and Energy Retrieval.
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