Summary
- A creative Pokemon TCG Pocket player crafted a quirky Articuno EX deck featuring only two Pokemon but performing surprisingly well.
- The new Space-Time Smackdown expansion has notably enhanced the power of Articuno EX.
- However, drawing the second Articuno EX is critical; failing to do so typically leads to an automatic loss.
One Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket player has recently shared a quirky Articuno EX deck that, despite its unusual card selection, reportedly works surprisingly well. Their unconventional approach suggests that the Pokemon TCG Pocket’s Space-Time Smackdown expansion has made Articuno EX more formidable than ever.
Articuno EX has been part of DeNA’s popular mobile game since day one, debuting in the Genetic Apex expansion. The EX variant of the Legendary bird can be found in the Mewtwo packs.
Despite its unique strategy, the current deck composition relies heavily on successfully drawing both Articuno EX cards quickly, supported by Energy. In similar effective Water-type decks, utilizing Misty typically results in a game-ending advantage against opponents.
Potential Issues
The deck faces challenges due to the minimal number of Pokemon included. If the player cannot draw a second Articuno EX, losing the first card may lead to an automatic defeat. Strategies are included to mitigate this risk, like using Poké Balls to increase the chances of securing a second Articuno EX early in a match, improving odds of drawing it to 20%.
