*Pokemon TCG Pocket* is already a treasure trove of cards, but the thrill never stops with new events introducing fresh variants and cards. Get ready for the Lapras Ex drop event, where you can dive into new challenges and add some exciting cards to your collection. Here's your comprehensive guide to making the most out of this event.
Table of contents
- Pokemon TCG Pocket Lapras Ex Drop Event Start and End Dates
- How to Start the Lapras Ex Event
- All Decks and Challenges
- How to Use Event Hourglasses
- Best Decks and Strategies
- All Promo Pack Rewards
Pokemon TCG Pocket Lapras Ex Drop Event Start and End Dates
Mark your calendars! The Lapras Ex drop event in Pokemon TCG Pocket kicks off on November 5th and runs until November 18th at 12:59 a.m. Eastern Time. This window gives you ample time to engage in special event battles, vying for new card variants and the highly sought-after Lapras Ex. On top of that, you can earn Pack Hourglasses, which are your ticket to opening more booster packs and enhancing your collection. We'll dive deeper into the rewards later.
How to Start the Lapras Ex Event
Ready to join the fray? Ensure your Pokemon TCG Pocket app is up to date. Head over to the Battles tab and select Solo. Look for the "Lapras Ex Drop Event" category, and you're in! You'll face off against AI in four different battles using a Lapras Ex deck. Each battle offers first clear rewards, plus additional chance rewards you can farm by replaying the battles.
All Decks and Challenges
The event features four battles, each with unique decks and challenges. Here's a detailed breakdown:
| Level | Cards in Deck | Challenges | Rewards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beginner | Pidgey x2 Swanna Ducklett Lapras x2 Staryu x2 Goldeen x2 Horsea Seadra Krabby Tentacool Poliwag Poliwhirl | Knock Out your opponent’s Active Pokemon 1 time with an attack from a Lightning-type Pokemon: Event Hourglass x3 Put 3 Basic Pokemon into play: Event Hourglass x3 | First Clear Rewards: Pack Hourglass x2, Shinedust x50, Shop Ticket x1, 25 XP Chance Rewards: Promo Pack A Series Vol. 1, Shinedust x25, Shop Ticket x1 |
| Intermediate | Pokedex x2 Professor’s Research x2 Poke Ball x2 Doduo x2 Dodrio Lapras x2 Staryu x2 Starmie Goldeen x2 Seaking Poliwag Poliwhirl x2 | Knock Out your opponent’s Active Pokemon 2 times with an attack from a Lightning-Type Pokemon: Event Hourglass x3 Put 1 Stage 1 Pokemon into play: Event Hourglass x3 Win this battle by turn 14: Event Hourglass x3 | First Clear Rewards: Pack Hourglass x4, Shinedust x100, Shop Ticket x1, 50 XP Chance Rewards: Promo Pack A Series Vol. 1, Shinedust x25, Shop Ticket x1 |
| Advanced | Professor’s Research x2 Poke Ball x2 Potion Lapras Ex Doduo x2 Dodrio x2 Lapras x2 Staryu x2 Starmie x2 Goldeen x2 Seaking x2 | Win 5 or more battles: Wonder Hourglass x4 Win this battle using a deck where all the Pokemon are of 1, 2, or 3 diamonds rarity: Wonder Hourglass x4 Win this battle by turn 14: Wonder Hourglass x4 Win this battle without your opponent getting any points: Wonder Hourglass x4 | First Clear Rewards: Pack Hourglass x6, Shinedust x150, Shop Ticket x1, 75 XP Chance Rewards: Promo Pack A Series Vol. 1, Shinedust x25, Shop Ticket x1 |
| Expert | Professor’s Research x2 Poke Ball x2 X Speed x2 Potion x2 Sabrina Misty Lapras Ex x2 Staryu x2 Starmie Ex x2 Psyduck x2 Golduck x2 | Win this battle using a deck where all the Pokemon are of 1, 2, or 3 diamonds rarity: Wonder Hourglass x5 Win this battle by turn 12: Wonder Hourglass x5 Win this battle without your opponent getting any points: Wonder Hourglass x5 Win 10 or more battles: Wonder Hourglass x5 Win 20 or more battles: Wonder Hourglass x5 | First Clear Rewards: Pack Hourglass x8, Shinedust x200, Shop Ticket x1, 100 XP Chance Rewards: Promo Pack A Series Vol. 1, Shinedust x25, Shop Ticket x1 |
Remember, while all battles offer the Promo Pack as a Chance Reward, only the Expert battle guarantees it. All decks are Water-based, making the meta Pikachu Ex deck your go-to for easy wins.
How to Use Event Hourglasses
Just like the Wonder Pick stamina feature, Pokemon TCG Pocket has an Event stamina system. Each battle uses one Event stamina, which refreshes every 12 hours up to a cap of five. Event Hourglasses, earned through battles, let you replenish your Event stamina instantly, so you can keep battling without waiting.
Best Decks and Strategies
For dominating the Lapras Ex event, the Pikachu Ex deck is your best friend. Here's the deck list:
- Pikachu Ex x2
- Zapdos Ex x2
- Voltorb x2
- Electrode x2
- Blitzle x2
- Zebstrika x2
- Giovanni x2
- Sabrina x2
- X Speed x2
- Professor’s Research x2
Lightning attacks deal an extra 20 damage to all Pokemon in the Lapras Ex decks, giving you a significant edge. If you're aiming to meet challenges with less rare cards, consider swapping Ex cards for options like Helioptile and Heliolisk, or the Magnemite and Magneton line.
All Promo Pack Rewards
During the Lapras Ex event, you can farm Promo Packs, each containing one card. Here's what you might pull:
- Mankey
- Pikachu
- Clefairy
- Butterfree
- Lapras Ex
While the first four cards are already in the game, these Promo Packs offer new variants. Lapras Ex, a new card to the game, boasts the following stats:
- 140 HP
- Bubble Drain (2 Water Energy, 1 Colorless Energy): Deals 80 damage, heals 20 damage on this Pokemon.
- 3 Retreat Cost
That's all you need to know about the Lapras Ex drop event in Pokemon TCG Pocket. For more tips and updates on the game, keep an eye on The Escapist.
