Pokemon TCG: Best Forretress Ex Deck Guide

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

Forretress ex from Paldea Evolved has suddenly shot up in usage. This is because of its synergy with Mega Kangaskhan ex. So let’s see how a deck focusing on these two cards would work in the current meta.

Pokemon TCG Best Forretress Ex Deck Guide Overview

Fortress ex’s ability, Exploding Energy, is a pretty good description of what it is meant to do in this deck. The ability lets you attach five Basic Grass Energy in any way you like to any of your Pokemon. Unfortunately, this will KO Forretress ex, so the strategy can only be pulled off when it is guaranteed to work.

Mega Kangaskhan ex is one of the better candidates for this, as its Energy requirements are immediately met, letting it spam its move Rapid Fire Combo, which is guaranteed to do at least 200 damage and even more depending on the number of heads you get.

All Cards in Best Pokemon TCG Forretress Ex Deck

• Mega Kangaskhan ex x4
• Pineco x2
• Forretress ex x2
• Ditto x2
• Ciphermaniac’s Codebreaking x4
• Acerola’s Mischief x4
• Iono x4
• Boss’s Orders x3
• Pokégear 3.0 x4
• Counter Catcher x4
• Nest Ball x4
• Ultra Ball x4
• Picnic Basket x1
• Pal Pad x3
• Miracle Headset x1
• Protective Goggles x1
• Defiance Band x1
• Festival Grounds x1
• Team Rocket’s Watchtower x1
• Forest of Vitality x2
• Basic Grass Energy x7
• Mist Energy x1

How To Play This Best Forretress Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG

Ideal Starting Hand

Ditto from Pokemon 151 can be a neat way to bring in a Basic Pokemon of your choice.

Best Forretress Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG: Key Cards

Here’s the strategy for this deck:

• Forretress ex uses Exploding Energy to attach multiple Basic Grass Energy to Mega Kangaskhan ex.
• Mega Kangaskhan ex then spams Rapid Fire Combo to KO the opponent’s Active Pokemon.

Best Matchups for a Forretress Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG

With a few coin flips going in its favor, Mega Kangaskhan ex can KO Pokemon like Raging Bolt ex from full HP.

Counters to Forretress Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG

Psyduck from Mega Promos has an ability called Damp, which prevents self-KOing abilities like Exploding Energy. If it is in play, the deck essentially comes to a halt.

Best Forretress Ex Deck Guide in Pokemon TCG: Tips and Tricks

Something to consider while using this deck

• The new Acerola’s Mischief can help in the end game, by preventing any damage from opposing Pokemon ex.
• Ciphermaniac’s Codebreaking is useful for ensuring you get the right card on the next turn.
• Miracle Headset, the ACE SPEC of this deck, as well as Pal Pad, are great for recovering any Supporters from the discard pile.

FAQs about Forretress Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG

Are There Other Cards That Work Well With Forretress Ex?

Mega Venusaur ex can also benefit from the fast Basic Grass Energy provided by Forretress ex.

Has Forretress Ex Won Any Tournaments?

After the introduction of the Mega Evolution set, Forretress ex has won a City League in Nagasaki.

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