Pokémon TCG Pocket: The Mythical Island expansion is a game-changer with new cards and mechanics that rewrite the meta. It strengthens classic deck archetypes based on legendary Pokémon like Mew and Celebi, adds strategic depth, and allows for some great competition. Whether you are a highly experienced player or just starting, Mythical Island promises you lots of exciting opportunities to experiment with your strategies.

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1. Mewtwo EX

Key Cards:

• Genetic Apex: Gardevoir, Mewtwo EX
• Mythical Island: Mew EX, Mythical Slab

Mewtwo EX remains a top-tier choice, thanks to the additions from Mythical Island. Mew Some general changes in Mew EX enhance late-game stats and provide flexibility against aggressive decks by dealing 20 damage. The Mythical Slab provides consistency by making Psychic cards that reveal important Trainer cards virtually unplayable, thereby giving the draw and resource curves better control.

Highlights:

• Mewtwo EX decks gain early-game stability.
• Mythical Slab enables precise strategy adjustments mid-game.

2. Blaine’s Rapidash and Ninetales

Key Cards:

• Genetic Apex: Blaine, Rapidash, Ninetales
• Mythical Island: Ponyta, Rapidash

Known for their quick aggression, Blaine’s Rapidash and Ninetales decks are further enhanced with upgraded versions of Ponyta and Rapidash. These cards deliver higher damage while maintaining low energy costs, making them ideal for countering slower setups. The updated Magmar also bolsters the deck, dealing significant damage with minimal energy investment.

Highlights:

• Enhanced early-game offense with new Rapidash and Magmar cards.
• Excellent counter against Grass and Psychic decks.

3. Starmie EX

Key Cards:

• Genetic Apex: Starmie EX, Articuno EX
• Mythical Island: Gyarados EX, Vaporeon, Eevee

An early game powerhouse in Starmie EX now paired with an equally dominant late-game presence in Gyarados EX. Without Vaporeon’s ability to pull energy around, we’d have some awkward transitions between setups, making it rather hard for Gyarados EX to reach his full potential.

Highlights:

• Vaporeon adds energy flexibility, boosting synergy with Gyarados EX.
• Starmie EX retains its status as an early-game cornerstone.

4. Arcanine EX

Key Cards:

• Genetic Apex: Arcanine EX, Charizard EX
• Mythical Island: Leaf, Blue, Mew

As Arcanine EX is in the current meta, he brutally thrives against Psychic-focused opponents relying on Celebi EX. He is flexible, aggressive, and Giovanni just extends those key knockouts that take out the big tackers like Mew EX.

Highlights:

• Arcanine EX counters popular Psychic decks effectively.
• Speed advantage over Charizard EX provides strategic flexibility.

5. Koga & Weezing

Key Cards:

• Genetic Apex: Koga, Weezing
• Mythical Island: Scolipede, Koffing

Desperate Koga and Weezing decks are now forced to include some nifty new options: better stats with a cheaper retreat cost for Scolipede. The revamped Koffing asses further copies, cycling through the deck faster while maintaining board control more efficiently. 

Highlights:

• Scolipede adds durability and versatility.
• Koffing improves deck cycling for poison-based strategies.

6. Exeggutor EX

Key Cards:

• Genetic Apex: Exeggutor EX, Erika
• Mythical Island: Celebi, Budding Expeditioner

Exeggutor EX gains a late-game advantage by scaling its damage based on opponent energy. Celebi synergizes well, contributing consistent damage and versatility, while Budding Expeditioner enhances defensive plays.

Highlights:

• Exeggutor EX decks now counter energy-heavy opponents effectively.
• Budding Expeditioner improves survivability.

7. Blastoise EX

Key Cards:

• Genetic Apex: Articuno, Misty
• Mythical Island: Eevee, Vaporeon

Blastoise EX transforms into a reliable powerhouse with Vaporeon’s energy transfer abilities. This resolves Blastoise’s previous energy ramp issues, making it a more competitive choice in water-themed decks.

Highlights:

• Vaporeon optimizes Blastoise EX’s damage potential.
• Enhanced energy management for sustained offense.

8. Pidgeot EX

Key Cards:

• Genetic Apex: Arbok, Pidgeot
• Mythical Island: Pokeflute

Pidgeot EX introduces scalability to its line, making it a valuable mid-game asset. Its attack power increases with the opponent’s bench size, and Pokeflute adds synergy by forcing weaker Pokémon into vulnerable positions.

Highlights:

• Flexible strategies with Pidgeot EX.
• Enhanced board control through Pokeflute.

9. Dragonite

Key Cards:

• Genetic Apex: Koga, Articuno
• Mythical Island: Druddigon

Dragonite decks benefit from Druddigon, a defensive addition that counters aggressive plays. While not a perfect fit for all Dragonite strategies, Druddigon’s unique abilities offer tactical options in stall-focused matchups.

Highlights:

• Druddigon improves durability in Dragonite decks.
• Viable stall tactics against aggressive opponents.

10. Pikachu EX

Key Cards:

• Genetic Apex: Lt. Surge, Raichu
• Mythical Island: Dedenne, Blue

Pikachu EX decks receive a significant boost from Dedenne, which adds paralysis effects for defensive maneuvers. Blue’s defensive upgrades also improve matchups against heavy hitters like Arcanine EX.

Highlights:

• Dedenne introduces stalling capabilities.
• Blue improves survivability against aggressive decks.

Key Benefits of Mythical Island Expansion

• Enhanced Synergy: Improved interactions between Pokémon, Trainers, and energy cards.
• Diverse Deck Options: Broader viability for mid- and lower-tier decks.
• Strategic Flexibility: New cards like Mythical Slab and Pokeflute enable advanced strategies.

Conclusion

The Mythical Island extension is set to reshape the Pokémon TCG Pocket meta thanks to its new and exciting avenues for dominating the board. There are general upgrades for all players, from Mewtwo EX to Vaporeon and Starmie EX. Check out list of the Best F2P Decks for Beginners in Pokémon TCG Pocket

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