Mythical Island: Unveiling the Top Cards in Pokémon TCG Pocket's Latest Expansion
The Pokémon TCG Pocket mini-expansion, Mythical Island, introduces 80 exciting new cards, including the highly anticipated Mew Ex. This guide highlights the must-have cards from this latest release.
Table of Contents
- Pokémon TCG Pocket Mythical Island Top Cards
- Mew Ex
- Vaporeon
- Tauros
- Raichu
- Blue
Mythical Island significantly impacts the Pokémon TCG Pocket meta, introducing powerful cards capable of creating new strategies or bolstering existing ones. Let's delve into the standout cards:
Mew Ex
- HP: 130
- Psyshot (1 Psy Energy): 20 damage.
- Genome Hacking (3 Colorless Energy): Choose 1 of your opponent’s Active Pokémon’s attacks and use it as this attack.
Mew Ex is a Basic Pokémon boasting high HP, a reliable initial attack, and the game-changing Genome Hacking. Its versatility allows integration into existing Mewtwo Ex decks alongside Gardevoir, or even Colorless-based strategies.
Vaporeon
- HP: 120
- Wash Out (Ability): As often as you like during your turn, you may move a Water Energy from 1 of your Benched Water Pokémon to your Active Water Pokémon.
- Wave Splash (1 Water, 2 Colorless Energy): 60 damage.
Vaporeon's ability to strategically shift Water Energy between Pokémon is a significant advantage, especially against prevalent Misty decks. This energy manipulation enhances the already formidable Water-type strategies.
Tauros
- HP: 100
- Fighting Tackle (3 Colorless Energy): If your opponent’s Active Pokémon is a Pokémon Ex, this attack does 80 more damage. 40+ damage.
Tauros, while requiring setup, delivers devastating damage against Ex Pokémon. Its potential to inflict 120 damage on Ex Pokémon makes it a formidable counter to decks like Pikachu Ex, posing a significant threat even to Charizard Ex.
Raichu
- HP: 120
- Gigashock (3 Lightning Energy): This attack also does 20 damage to each of your opponent’s Benched Pokémon. 60 damage.
Raichu further strengthens Surge decks, dealing substantial damage to both the Active and Benched Pokémon. This makes it particularly effective against strategies relying on building up a strong bench.
Blue (Trainer/Supporter)
- Effect: During your opponent’s next turn, all of your Pokémon take -10 damage from attacks from your opponent’s Pokémon.
Blue provides crucial defense against powerful attacks, particularly those employed by Giovanni-based Ex decks. This defensive card can significantly disrupt opponent strategies.
These are our top picks for the Mythical Island expansion. For more Pokémon TCG Pocket strategies and troubleshooting, including solutions for Error 102, visit The Escapist.
