Top Lightning Deck for Mythical Islands: Usage Guide and Tips

The introduction of the Mythical Island expansion pack, which features Mew, has brought significant changes to the Pokémon TCG Pocket meta. The new cards have reshaped some previously viable decks, particularly Lightning-type decks that prominently feature Pikachu ex. Certain decks, like those incorporating Celebi and Serperior from Mythical Island, have seen even more profound enhancements. Mew, the expansion’s cover Pokémon, has become a crucial element in Psychic-type configurations. In this context, one specific card enhances the efficiency of Pikachu ex decks considerably. There’s a lot to be excited about with this mini-expansion, notably the stunning full-art Celebi card that is a must-have for collectors.

Moreover, Mythical Island introduces a variety of secret missions that, when completed, offer dedicated players a wealth of rewards to assist in acquiring as many cards as possible. While popular choices in Lightning-type decks like Pikachu ex and Zapdos ex may not be the strongest in the game, they can create a formidable glass cannon deck when utilized effectively.

Top Cards for a Mythical Island Electric-Type Deck

Pikachu ex, Zapdos ex, and More

The optimal cards for a Lightning-type deck in Pokémon TCG Pocket, many of which existed before Mythical Island, include Pikachu ex, Zapdos ex, and Blitzle, alongside the new addition of Dedenne. The best Zapdos ex deck may resemble this one but has been modified to include Dedenne and other Trainer cards, while removing Pokémon such as Tynamo and its evolutions (Eelektrik and Eelektross). Here’s the complete lineup for the leading Lightning-type deck in the current Pokémon TCG Pocket meta:

Lightning-Type Deck Card	Type	Quantity	How To Obtain	Attacks & Effects
Pikachu ex	Lightning	2	Genetic Apex set – Pikachu only	Circle Circuit – 2 Energy cost This attack does 30 damage for each of your Benched Lightning Pokémon.
Zapdos ex	Lightning	2	Genetic Apex set – Pikachu only	Peck – 20 damage, 1 Energy cost Thundering Hurricane – 3 Energy cost Flip four coins. This attack deals 50 damage for each head.
Dedenne	Lightning	2	Mythical Island set	Thunder Shock – 10 damage, 1 Energy cost Flip a coin. If heads, the opposing Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
Blitzle	Lightning	2	Genetic Apex set	Zap Kick – 20 damage, 1 Energy cost
Zebstrika	Lightning	2	Genetic Apex set	Thunder Spear – 1 Energy cost This attack deals 30 damage to one of your opponent’s Pokémon.
Giovanni	Supporter	1	Genetic Apex set – Mewtwo only	During this turn, your Pokémon’s attacks deal an extra 10 damage to your opponent’s active Pokémon.
Poké Ball	Item	2	Promo – Spend two Shop Tickets in the shop	Put one random Basic Pokémon from your deck into your hand.
Potion	Item	2	Promo – Spend two Shop Tickets in the shop	Heal 20 damage from one of your Pokémon.
Professor’s Research	Supporter	2	Promo – Spend two Shop Tickets in the shop
Sabrina	Supporter	2	Genetic Apex set – Charizard only	Switch out your opponent’s Active Pokémon to the Bench. (Your opponent chooses the new Active Pokémon)
X Defend	Item	1	Promo – Spend two Shop Tickets in the shop	During this turn, the Retreat Cost of your Active Pokémon is reduced by 1.

If your Pokémon seem too fragile, consider replacing one of the Sabrina cards with Blue, a new card from the Mythical Island set. This Supporter card decreases damage from your opponent’s Pokémon by 10 in their next turn.

If you’ve been regularly playing TCGP since its launch, you probably already have most of the necessary Genetic Apex cards. However, you can acquire any missing cards by using Pack Points at the Pack Point Exchange. Since Dedenne is the only card from Mythical Island that you need, you can obtain it immediately for 35 Pack Points.

Strategies for Winning with a Mythical Island Electric-Type Deck

Use Dedenne to Effectively Paralyze

Winning with this Lightning-type deck in Pokémon TCG Pocket remains as straightforward as it was before the Mythical Island expansion. With Blitzle and Zebstrika serving as your initial Pokémon, your greatest damage output will come later from Pikachu ex and Zapdos ex once you’ve loaded your bench and their Energy. Pikachu ex only requires a filled bench and two Energy to deliver 90 damage consistently, making it a more reliable choice compared to Zapdos ex’s coin flips.

Dedenne serves as an excellent initial Pokémon to inflict Paralysis on an opponent. Its Paralysis move is more energy-efficient than that of Pincurchin, allowing you to establish your stronger team members while setting up. Keep in mind the winning trio: Pikachu ex, Zapdos ex, and Dedenne; with them, success in Pokémon TCG Pocket is within your grasp.