Pokemon TCG: Mega Lopunny Ex Deck Guide

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

Mega Lopunny ex from Phantasmal Flames (Image via TPC)
Mega Lopunny ex from Phantasmal Flames (Image via TPC)

Mega Lopunny ex from the Phantasmal Flames expansion sees this card make its proper TCG debut. While it had been featured before, it had to share real estate with Jigglypuff on a GX-card from Cosmic Eclipse. So let us see what a deck focused on the first Mega Lopunny card would look like.

Pokemon TCG Best Mega Lopunny Ex Deck Guide Overview

Mega Lopunny’s main appeal comes from its move Gale Thrust, which has previously been used on the Scizor ex from the BREAKpoint expansion. This move lets Mega Lopunny deal 230 damage from a single Energy if it switches in from the Bench on that turn. To facilitate that, this deck uses cards like Jet Energy, Switch, and Latias ex.

All Cards in Best Pokemon TCG Mega Lopunny Ex Deck

Mega Lopunny ex decklist (Image via TPC)
Mega Lopunny ex decklist (Image via TPC)
  • Duskull x4
  • Dusclops x2
  • Dusknoir x4
  • Buneary x3
  • Mega Lopunny ex x3
  • Mega Kangaskhan ex x2
  • Ditto x2
  • Latias ex x1
  • Klefki x1
  • Hilda x4
  • Ciphermaniac’s Codebreaking x3
  • Boss’s Orders x1
  • Buddy-Buddy Poffin x4
  • Nest Ball x4
  • Ultra Ball x4
  • Rare Candy x4
  • Switch x4
  • Night Stretcher x2
  • Vitality Band x1
  • Artazon x2
  • Jet Energy x4
  • Enriching Energy x1

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

Ideal Starting Hand

Ditto from Pokemon 151 is a great card to play in your Active Spot, as you can use it to bring in any Basic Pokemon in its place.

Best Mega Lopunny Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG: Key Cards

Mega Kangaskhan ex (Image via TPC)
Mega Kangaskhan ex (Image via TPC)

Here’s the strategy for this deck:

  • Mega Lopunny ex spams Gale Thrust, trying to switch in as much as possible to deal 230 damage.
  • Attaching a Jet Energy to a Benched Mega Lopunny will let it switch in on that turn.
  • Also, Latias ex can help switch out Basic Pokemon like Mega Kangaskhan ex or Klefki after using their abilities in the Active Spot.

Best Matchups for a Mega Lopunny Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG

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

Pokemon like Fezandipiti ex, Wellspring Mask Ogerpon ex, Latias ex, Teal Mask Ogerpon ex, and Alakazam from Mega Evolution are KOd from full HP by a 230 power Gale Thrust.

Counters to Mega Lopunny Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG

Cynthia's Garchomp ex (Image via TPC)
Cynthia’s Garchomp ex (Image via TPC)

Mega Lopunny ex is weak to Fighting-type decks like Cynthia’s Garchomp ex and Mega Lucario ex.

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

Something to consider while using this deck

  • Use the Supporter Ciphermaniac’s Codebreaking in conjunction with Mega Kangaskhan ex’s ability Run Errand to get two cards you need at that moment in the match.
  • Dusknoir can weaken some higher HP Pokemon like Gardevoir ex, Dragapult ex, or Steven’s Metagross ex for Mega Lopunny to finish off.
  • The Pokemon Tool Vitality Band will help Mega Lopunny deal 10 more damage, letting it KO Raging Bolt ex.

FAQs about Mega Lopunny Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG

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

Instead of Mega Kangaskhan ex, Gholdengo ex can act as the draw engine for Mega Lopunny ex.

Has Mega Lopunny Ex Won Any Tournaments?

Mega Lopunny ex has won a few City Leagues in Japan.


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