Mythical Mayhems: Unveiling the Elite Cards in 'Pokemon TCG Pocket: Mythical Island'

Mythical Island, the latest mini-expansion for Pokemon TCG Pocket, introduces 80 exciting new cards, including the highly anticipated Mew Ex. This guide highlights the most impactful additions to the game.

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Top Mythical Island Cards: Mew Ex, Vaporeon, Tauros, Raichu, and Blue

This small expansion packs a powerful punch, introducing cards that redefine existing archetypes and create entirely new strategic possibilities. Let's examine the standout cards in detail.

Mew Ex

130 HP Psyshot (1 Psy Energy): 20 damage. Genome Hacking (3 Colorless Energy): Choose 1 of your opponent’s Active Pokemon’s attacks and use it as this attack.

Mew Ex is a game-changer. This Basic Pokemon boasts high HP, a serviceable basic attack, and the game-altering Genome Hacking. Its versatility allows integration into existing Mewtwo Ex decks, alongside Gardevoir, or even within Colorless strategies.

Vaporeon

120 HP Wash Out (Ability): As often as you like during your turn, you may move a Water Energy from 1 of your Benched Water Pokemon to your Active Water Pokemon. Wave Splash (1 Water, 2 Colorless Energy): 60 damage.

Vaporeon's Wash Out ability significantly enhances Water-type decks, particularly those utilizing Misty's high-roll potential. The ability to freely manipulate Water Energy promises to make Water decks even more dominant.

Tauros

100 HP Fighting Tackle (3 Colorless Energy): If your opponent’s Active Pokemon is a Pokemon Ex, this attack does 80 more damage. 40+ damage.

Tauros, while requiring setup, delivers devastating blows against Ex decks. The potential for 120 damage against Ex Pokemon poses a significant threat, instantly neutralizing Pikachu Ex decks and posing a considerable challenge to Charizard Ex.

Raichu

120 HP Gigashock (3 Lightning Energy): This attack also does 20 damage to each of your opponent’s Benched Pokemon. 60 damage.

Raichu exacerbates the already potent threat of Pikachu Ex/Zebstrika decks. The additional 20 damage to each Benched Pokemon significantly disrupts strategies reliant on slowly building up Benched Pokemon, especially when paired with a Surge deck.

Blue (Trainer/Supporter)

During your opponent’s next turn, all of your Pokemon take -10 damage from attacks from your opponent’s Pokemon.

Blue provides crucial defense against powerful Trainer cards like Blaine and Giovanni, frequently used in Ex decks to secure swift knockouts. Anticipating your opponent's strategy and playing Blue can significantly disrupt their plans.

These are our top picks for the Mythical Island set. For more Pokemon TCG Pocket tips, strategies, and troubleshooting (including Error 102 solutions), check out The Escapist.