We thought the meta had been frozen since the Deluxe Pack, but Mega Rising came to turn everything around. [Mega Rising a complètement bouleversé la méta du PTCGP]introducing over 200 new cards, including super-powered versions of iconic Pokémon like Mega Gyarados ex and Mega Blaziken ex. Result: old flagship decks have plummeted, and new strategies are exploding to the top of the rankings.
Since the beginning of November, players have been adjusting to this new reality. [La méta du JCC Pokémon était restée stable pendant un certain temps avec l’extension Deluxe Pack ex, mais tout a changé depuis]. In response to this revolution, experts and enthusiasts refine the tier list of the most successful decks in Pokémon TCG Pocket every day.
Mega Blaziken ex, Mega Altaria ex… the stars of the S-tier
In the premier category, certain decks are already establishing themselves as essential. Mega Blaziken ex, for example, offers a simple but formidable offensive strategy. Combined with Entei ex, it provides a quick start with persistent burns and excellent Fire energy management.
Mega Altaria ex, meanwhile, forms a formidable trio with Indeedee ex and Giratina ex. The principle is clear: absorb the blows, heal effectively and counterattack violently once the team is in place.
On the water side, Suicune ex remains a solid choice, supported by Greninja and Irida for control and quick draw. Sylveon ex also stands out, thanks to its ability to fill the player’s hand and adapt to the situation.
Also note: Flareon ex shines with its versatility with the other Eevee evolutions, while Silvally (with Rampardos) and Buzzwole ex (accompanied by Pheromosa and Celesteela) offer control and flexibility respectively.
Finally, Giratina ex coupled with Darkrai ex and Nihilego allows you to create a toxic deck as desired, playing on progressive poisoning and passive effects.
A-tier decks: powerful but less stable
In the second division, several decks deserve their place in the hands of experienced players. Mega Absol ex, for example, benefits from a good tempo and an ability to disrupt opposing strategies, especially when supported by Oricorio (electric).
Mega Gyarados ex, although formidable once in play, suffers from a slower start. Milotic, however, helps him survive until the time comes to strike hard.
Classics like Raikou ex, Ho-Oh ex or even Espeon ex retain their effectiveness, but sometimes require too complex setup compared to faster decks. Sweets Relay, Primarina ex or Guzzlord ex also find their audience, as do the configurations around Lunala ex, Oricorio, Clodsire ex or even Arceus ex associated with Dialga.
An atypical deck to note: Rampardos / Sudowoodo, designed to specifically counter decks based on ex cards. His strong point? The ability to hit hard, fast. His weak point? A glaring fragility at the end of the game.
How to survive in a constantly changing meta?
In this jungle of overpowered cards, a few tips stand out: favor decks capable of hitting quickly or controlling the pace of the game. [Ces decks sont simplement ceux qui vous permettront de gagner plus de parties que vous n’en perdez, mais même dans ce cas, ils doivent être joués intelligemment].
[Croyez-moi, la Méga-Évolution du JCC Pokémon va révolutionner le jeu] : This sentence alone sums up the impact of Mega Rising on the balance of power.
For players aiming for ranked rewards or wanting to improve their win ratio, staying up to date is essential. New decks, even more efficient or disruptive, could appear in the coming days as players get to grips with the new synergies.