Pokémon TCG Pocket: This Poliwrath Deck Will Make Opponents Think Twice Before Attacking

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In , players have plenty of thinking to do when coming up with successful decks, particularly when combating the ongoing meta. With powerful cards like Pikachu ex, Mewtwo ex, and Celebi ex controlling the landscape of competitive battles, finding cards that synergize well can help your strategy stand out from the crowd. Building a deck that balances offensive and defensive traits is crucial, and finding the right combination of Pokémon and Trainer cards can make all the difference. That’s where Poliwrath comes in.

Poliwrath, Druddigon, and Bruxish work harmoniously with one another to disrupt the opponent and make them second guess their strategy. This is thanks to their underrated abilities and attacks, which are designed to inflict self-damage on the opponent, forcing them to reconsider their strategy. To outplay the strength and damage output of ex cards, this deck will force the opponent to be the architect of their own downfall.

Poliwrath is underused in, especially considering it has several different strong attributes to apply pressure on whichever deck you come across. The first thing to note, and its most effective attribute, is its ability, «Counterattack.» This ability will do 20 damage if Poliwrath has taken damage. Whilst you have the Water-type Pokémon in the Active Spot, it is likely that you will be able to use this ability every turn. Match this with its 150 HP and you have a card that will slowly chip away at the opponent while being able to withstand their attacks.

Mind Your Opponent's Bench: Use cards like Giovanni or Sabrina to manipulate your opponent’s bench setup, creating opportunities for Poliwrath to shine.

Another attribute that makes Poliwrath so powerful is its attack, “Mega Punch.” This delivers a solid 80 damage, costing three energy—one Water Energy and two Colorless Energy. With such significant damage potential, this card will take down the higher HP ex cards that you are likely to face often. While some players may consider this