Pokemon TCG: Best Galvantula Ex Deck Guide

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

Galvantula ex (Image via TPC)
Galvantula ex (Image via TPC)

Galvantula ex is a rare addition to Joltik Box decks. However, it definitely should not be ignored as both its moves provide different uses. Its first move, Charged Web, does double damage to opposing Pokemon ex, making it a useful early game attacker if you decide to evolve your Joltik directly.

Its second move, Fulgurite, is a bit more interesting. It deals a pretty useful 180 damage and Item locks your opponent for a turn at the cost of discarding all attached Energy.

Pokemon TCG Best Galvantula Ex Deck Guide Overview

The plan is to use Joltik’s Jolting Charge to attach Energy to itself as well as its allies. Then evolve it into Galvantula ex and spam Charged Web until the right moment to use Fulgurite occurs. Other Lightning-type attackers like Miraidon ex, Pikachu ex, and Iron Hands ex serve as secondary attackers.

All Cards in Best Pokemon TCG Galvantula Ex Deck

Galvantula ex decklist (Image via TPC)
Galvantula ex decklist (Image via TPC)
  • Joltik x2
  • Galvantula ex x1
  • Miraidon ex x2
  • Pikachu ex x2
  • Iron Hands ex x2
  • Bloodmoon Ursaluna ex x1
  • Iron Leaves ex x1
  • Lillie’s Clefairy ex x1
  • Mew ex x1
  • Latias ex x1
  • Fezandipiti ex x1
  • Arven x4
  • Crispin x4
  • Boss’s Orders x3
  • Iono x1
  • Nest Ball x4
  • Ultra Ball x4
  • Pokégear 3.0 x3
  • Earthen Vessel x1
  • Super Rod x1
  • Prime Catcher x1
  • Future Booster Energy Capsule x1
  • Rescue Board x1
  • Exp. Share x1
  • Bravery Charm x1
  • Gravity Mountain x2
  • Basic Lightning Energy x5
  • Basic Grass Energy x4
  • Basic Psychic Energy x2
  • Basic Metal Energy x2

How To Play This Best Galvantula Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG

Ideal Starting Hand

You want a Joltik in the Active Spot on your first turn. Attach a Bravery Charm to boost its HP if you are worried about it getting KOed.

Best Galvantula Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG: Key Cards

Joltik (Image via TPC)
Joltik (Image via TPC)

Here’s the strategy for this deck:

  • Joltik uses Jolting Charge to attach Energy to itself and its allies.
  • It evolves into Galvantula ex on the next turn and spams Charged Web against suitable opponents.
  • The other Lightning-type attackers including Pikachu ex, Miraidon ex, and Iron Hands ex act as secondary attackers and late-game cleaners.

Best Galvantula Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG: Performance

Best Matchups

Raging Bolt ex and Teal Mask Ogerpon ex (Image via TPC)
Raging Bolt ex and Teal Mask Ogerpon ex (Image via TPC)

Galvantula ex’s Charged Web needs only a turn to set up and spam against other usual early game Pokemon ex like Raging Bolt ex and Teal Mask Ogerpon ex.

Counters to Galvantula Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG

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

Gardevoir ex decks tend to send Drifloon and Scream Tail upfront to attack. They can easily KO Joltik, and even Galvantula ex, if they are left unchecked.

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

Something to consider while using this deck

  • Iron Leaves ex is a unique late game cleaner that can immediately go from being placed on the Bench to the Active Spot, even attaching Energy along the way.

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