Sample Decks:

Summary:

Choose a Strategy or Deck Type:

Aggressive (Fast Attackers): Quick knockouts with low-cost attacks.

Tanky (High HP, Healing): Durable Pokemon that can heal.

Control/Disruption: Disrupt your opponent's strategy/moves.

Combo/Special Effects: Build around Abilities or special attacks.

Pick your Pokemon (15-20 cards):

Main Attacker (2-4 Cards): Core Pokemon for your strategy as main Damage.

Supporting Pokemon (3-6 Cards): Help with drawing power, Energy draws, or status effects.

Basic Pokemon (8-12 Cards): Ensure enough Basic Pokemon to play the game.

Evolutions: Use a 4-3-2 or 4-4-2 ratio for consistency.

V, VMAX, EX, Radiant Pokemon: Limit based on deck strategy due to extra Prize card rules.

Trainer Cards (25-30 Cards):

Draw/Support (10-15 Cards): Helps cycle through your deck.

Search (4-8 Cards): Find specific Pokemon or Energy.

Switch/Escape (2-4 Cards): Improves mobility.

Tools & Stadiums (2-4 Cards): Enhance attacks or control the field.

Energy Cards (10-15 Cards):

Basic Energy (8-12 Cards): Needed to activate attacks.

Special Energy (0-4): Provides extra effects.

Energy Acceleration (Optional): Cards that attach extra Energy when needed.

Use the sample decks website below to help you get started on your TCG Journey!