Pokemon TCG: Best Mega Absol Ex Deck Guide (Mega Evolution)

Learn the best way to use a Mega Absol ex Deck in the current Pokemon TCG meta and which cards work well in this archetype.

Mega Absol ex (Image via TPC)
Mega Absol ex (Image via TPC)

Mega Absol ex is a bit of a technical card compared to other Megas like Lucario and Venusaur. However, if the strategy surrounding it can be pulled off correctly, it is quite amazing. So, let’s see how to use Mega Absol ex in the current meta.

Pokemon TCG Best Mega Absol Ex Deck Guide Overview

Mega Absol ex’s appeal comes from its move Terminal Period. If your opponent’s Active Pokemon has exactly six damage counters on it, this move KOs it. To ensure that the exact amount of damage is dealt, this deck has cards like Munkidori and Team Rocket’s Venture Bomb

All Cards in Best Pokemon TCG Mega Absol Ex Deck

Mega Absol ex decklist (Image via TPC)
Mega Absol ex decklist (Image via TPC)
  • Mega Absol ex x1
  • Chansey x4
  • Blissey ex x3
  • Teal Mask Ogerpon ex x2
  • Munkidori x3
  • Boss’s Orders x2
  • Professor Turo’s Scenario x1
  • Iono x2
  • Arven x4
  • Lillie’s Determination x2
  • Ultra Ball x4
  • Nest Ball x2
  • Precious Trolley x1
  • Glass Trumpet x2
  • Night Stretcher x1
  • Team Rocket’s Venture Bomb x2
  • Pokegear 3.0 x3
  • Counter Catcher x1
  • Earthen Vessel x1
  • Switch x2
  • Technical Machine: Turbo Energize x1
  • Rigid Band x1
  • Air Balloon x1
  • Bravery Charm x1
  • Risky Ruins x3
  • Basic Grass Energy x5
  • Basic Darkness Energy x5

How To Play This Best Mega Absol Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG

Ideal Starting Hand

You can try setting up Mega Absol ex as early as possible in the Active Spot, while having Munkidori on the Bench.

Best Mega Absol Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG: Key Cards

Munkidori and Team Rocket's Venture Bomb (Image via TPC)
Munkidori and Team Rocket’s Venture Bomb (Image via TPC)

Here’s the strategy for this deck:

  • Mega Absol ex tries to use Terminal Period to KO their opponent. Failing that, they can use their other move, Claw of Darkness, which deals 200 damage, lets you see the opponent’s hand, and discards a card from there of your choice.
  • Munkidori and Team Rocket’s Venture Bomb try to get the opponent’s Active Pokemon to have exactly six damage counters.
  • Blissey ex acts as a tank to absorb attacks and can act as a secondary attacker.

Best Matchups for a Mega Absol Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG

Mega Gardevoir ex (Image via TPC)
Mega Gardevoir ex (Image via TPC)

Mega Gardevoir ex takes double damage from Claw of Darkness, KO ing from full HP.

Counters to Mega Absol Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG

Mega Venusaur ex (Image via TPC)
Mega Venusaur ex (Image via TPC)

Mega Venusaur ex not only deals double damage to Mega Absol ex but also heals itself in the process.

Best Mega Absol Ex Deck Guide in Pokemon TCG: Tips and Tricks

Something to consider while using this deck

  • Teal Mask Ogerpon ex and Glass Trumpet will let you attach discarded Energy directly to Blissey ex.
  • Blissey ex can then pass those onto Mega Absol ex.
  • The ACE SPEC of this deck Precious Trolley can let you get multiple Basic Pokemon on your Bench at once.

FAQs about Mega Absol Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG

Are There Other Cards That Work Well With Mega Absol Ex?

Darkness decks like Marnie’s Grimmsnarl ex and N’s Zoroark ex could make use of this card. The former also uses Munkidori, so it would be easy to use.


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