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Celebi Ex Takes Over: Pokémon TCG’s New Pocket Meta Champion

Dec 18, 2024 12:38 PM

The latest expansion for Pokémon TCG Pocket, titled Mythical Island, has significantly changed the game’s meta by introducing the new card Celebi ex. This basic Grass-type Pokémon boasts 130 Hit Points and a unique attack known as Power Bloom, which inflicts damage based on coin flips, allowing for high damage potential with the right energy cards. Additionally, the expansion includes Serperior, a Stage 2 Grass-type Pokémon with an ability that doubles the impact of Grass Energy attached to Grass Pokémon. This combination enables players to build powerful decks capable of competing with established meta leaders, thus marking a significant evolution in gameplay strategies. With players eager to explore combinations like combining Celebi ex with other powerful Pokémon, the competitive landscape continues to evolve.

How does the new Celebi ex card change the Pokémon TCG Pocket meta?

Celebi ex has quickly emerged as a top contender in the Pokémon TCG Pocket meta due to its ability to deal varying amounts of damage based on coin flips, potentially reaching 200 damage. When paired with the newly introduced Serperior, players can maximize their energy utilization, allowing for more strategic plays and making Celebi ex a central figure in upcoming competitive decks.

Pokémon TCG Pocket is a digital card game that offers mobile gamers a chance to collect and battle with Pokémon cards. Since its launch on October 30, 2023, it has gained immense popularity, racking up over 60 million downloads and generating approximately $200 million in its first month. Its free-to-play model, combined with frequent new expansions, keeps players engaged as they build competitive decks and strive to dominate the game.



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