Pokemon TCG Pocket: Best Poliwrath Ex Guide

Learn to play the best Poliwrath Ex deck in Pokemon TCG Pocket. This guide explains the strategy and decklist for you to use.

Poliwrath ex is a Stage 2 Fighting-type introduced in the Secluded Springs expansion of TCG Pocket. This Pokemon has a decently powerful attacker, especially if it has a Water-type Energy attached to it. So in this guide, we will look at the best way to get the most out of a Poliwrath ex deck.

Pokemon TCG Pocket Best Poliwrath Ex Deck Guide Overview

Poliwrath ex’s move Hydro Knuckle normally deals 100 damage. However, with a Water Energy attached, that damage jumps up to 140. With a Lucario on the Bench, this damage output reaches 160. This is enough to KO a good majority of the current meta from full HP.

Usually, having two separate Energy types can be an issue, as you aren’t guaranteed a specific type of Energy on any given turn. Additionally, Hydro Knuckle needs three Energy, with one of them being a Fighting-type and a Water-type to deal that 140 damage. Mantyke, also from Secluded Springs, solves both these issues. It can attach a Water Energy to a Poliwrath on the Bench, which also speeds up the number of turns needed to make Hydro Knuckle usable.

All Cards in Best Pokemon TCG Pocket Poliwrath Ex Deck

• Poliwag x2
• Poliwrath ex x2
• Riolu x2
• Lucario x2
• Mantyke x2
• Professor’s Research x2
• Sabrina x1
• Cyrus x1
• Leaf x1
• Lillie x1
• Poké Ball x2
• Rare Candy x2

How To Play This Best Poliwrath Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG Pocket

Ideal Starting Hand

Mantyke being in the Active Spot and Poliwag on your Bench is an ideal turn one for you. Additionally, having a Rare Candy and a Poliwrath ex ready to go for the next turn will help out as well.

Best Poliwrath Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG Pocket: Key Cards

Here’s the strategy for this deck:

• Poliwrath ex sets up and spams Hydro Knuckle.
• Mantyke attaches the necessary Water Energy required, while Lucario provides a +20 damage boost from the Bench.
• Rare Candy is a necessary card in this deck as that’s the only way you can bring Poliwrath ex into play.

Best Matchups for a Poliwrath Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG Pocket

Arceus ex can be cleanly KO’d by Hydro Knuckle even without the boost from an additional Water Energy.

Counters to Poliwrath Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG Pocket

Giratina ex, with the help of Darkrai ex, can chip away at Poliwag and Mantyke if Poliwrath ex isn’t set up in time.

Best Poliwrath Ex Deck Guide in Pokemon TCG Pocket: Tips and Tricks

Something to consider while using this deck

• This deck has one copy of Lillie to heal Poliwrath ex.
• Cyrus and Sabrina can be used to send away a less favorable matchup.
• Leaf is here to switch out Lucario or Poliwrath ex from the Active Spot if necessary. 

FAQs about Poliwrath Ex Deck in Pokemon TCG Pocket

Are There Other Cards That Work Well With Poliwrath Ex?

Politoed is another option as it also provides a damage boost to Poliwrath ex. However, it is a Stage 2 card that evolves from the Poliwag line so you are limited to playing one of each at best.

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