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Pokemon TCG Pocketcontinues to release new expansion sets at the end of each month, which is helping to constantly reshape the meta with new strategies and additions, as well as build on decks that have been previously strong.
Every new expansion set brings a range of new cards, from powerful ex cards or ace Pokemon to new Trainers/Supporters and Tools.Wisdom of Sea and Skyis the latestPokemon TCG Pocket expansion, having released in July 2025. Among the various cards introduced through this set,Ho-Oh exis one of the standouts. If you’re looking to utilize Ho-Oh ex in a deck build, the guide below has everything you’ll need to know in order to build one of the best loadouts, including a complete card list to help you get started.
Best Ho-Oh ex Deck in Pokemon TCG Pocket, Explained
InPokemon TCG Pocket,one of the best deck compositions for Ho-Oh ex involves a pairing alongsideDragonite ex.While this setup takes a few turns to get going, the late-game damage potential can be absolutely devastating. This is because while Ho-Oh is in the active spot,the Phoenix Turbo move will enable you to attach 3 energy from the Energy Zone to any of your Benched Basic Pokemon. As ex cards are considered basic Pokemon, Dragonite ex is the perfect choice here.
Dragonite ex needs three Energy to use theGiga Impactmove, which deals a huge 180 damage in a single turn, at the cost of having to skip attacking the following turn. This results in 180 damage hits every other turn, which is more than enough to 1-hit KO even a solid range of ex cards.Magbyhas been included as an early-game option in case Ho-Oh ex isn’t in your first hand, as it can also help set up other cards by attaching Fire Energy fromthe Energy Zoneto benched Pokemon.
Rare Candyhelps you skip the Dragonair evolution in the case that things are taking too long, and instead head straight into Dragonite ex.Red CardandSabrinaoffer disruption of the enemy to help you stall for time to get set up.Leafhelps assist with the switch between Ho-Oh and Dragonite ex, andIridaprovides extra survivability for these two Pokemon to help them remain in the Active Spot for as long as possible.
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