Pokemon TCG: Best Sinistcha Ex Deck Guide

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

Sinistcha ex (image via TPC)
Sinistcha ex (image via TPC)

This deck is another one focusing heavily on Grass-type Pokemon cards. While cards you would expect to see like Teal Mask Ogerpon ex, Budew, and Maractus are here, the core of this deck revolves around the Poltchageist line. Both Sinistcha ex and baby Sinistcha have amazing synergy with Teal Mask Ogerpon ex, making this combination one worth trying out.

Pokemon TCG Best Sinistcha Ex Deck Guide Overview

The plan with this deck is to attach and discard Basic Grass Energy to attack. Both Sinistcha benefit heavily from having excess Grass Energy to use, which makes Teal Mask Ogerpon ex and Bug Catching Set necessities for this deck.

All Cards in Best Pokemon TCG Sinistcha Ex Deck

Sinistcha ex decklist (Image via TPC)
Sinistcha ex decklist (Image via TPC)
  • Poltchageist x4
  • Sinistcha ex x2
  • Sinistcha x2
  • Teal Mask Ogerpon ex x4
  • Fezandipiti ex x1
  • Maractus x1
  • Budew x1
  • Boss’s Orders x4
  • Professor’s Research x3
  • Iono x2
  • Bug Catching Set x4
  • Nest Ball x4
  • Earthen Vessel x2
  • Night Stretcher x2
  • Ultra Ball x2
  • Scramble Switch x1
  • Vitality Band x1
  • Jamming Tower x1
  • Basic Grass Energy x19

How To Play This Best Sinistcha Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG

Ideal Starting Hand

Starting off with Budew or Maractus in the Active Spot is a decent idea. Try to get as much Basic Grass Energy as you can in your hand with the Bug Catching Set. Use Nest Balls for Basic Pokemon. 

Best Sinistcha Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG: Key Cards

Sinistcha and Teal Mask Ogerpon ex (Image via TPC)
Sinistcha and Teal Mask Ogerpon ex (Image via TPC)

Here’s the strategy for this deck:

  • Place multiple Teal Mask Ogerpon ex on your Bench and use their ability to attach Basic Grass Energy from your hand to them.
  • Baby Sinistcha will attack from the Active Spot with its move Spill the Tea. This move will be powered up by discarding the Basic Grass Energy attached to all the Ogerpons on your Bench.
  • Finally, when enough Grass Energy is in your discard pile, Sinistcha ex will switch in and attack with its move Re-Brew to take out any weakened Pokemon cards. 

Best Sinistcha Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG: Performance

Best Matchups

Marnie's Grimmsnarl ex (Image via TPC)
Marnie’s Grimmsnarl ex (Image via TPC)

Darkness-type decks like Marnie’s Grimmsnarl ex take double damage from Sinistcha and company’s attacks.

Counters to Sinistcha Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG

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

Gardevoir ex decks can KO away these decks quickly. Especially if they are running Munkidori and Darkness Energy to redirect damage from themselves.

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

Something to consider while using this deck

  • Scramble Switch is the ACE SPEC of this deck, letting you attach multiple Grass Energy to Teal Mask Ogerpon ex if it needs to be used as an attacker.
  • To increase the power of Sinistcha ex’s Re-Brew, you can discard more Energy from your hand with Ultra Ball and Earthen Vessel.


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