Pokémon TCG Pocket’s Wonder Pick Event Features a Must-Have Meta Card

The latest Wonder Pick event in Pokémon TCG Pocket introduces two new Promo cards, including one that is essential for Palkia ex decks—the current meta-dominating powerhouse.

Palkia ex Still Reigns Supreme in the Meta

As with any trading card game, the meta evolves with each new expansion. When Pokémon TCG Pocket launched the Space-Time Smackdown set featuring Dialga ex and Palkia ex, many expected Dialga to take center stage. However, Palkia ex quickly emerged as the dominant force, thanks to its highly efficient attacks.

To maximize Palkia ex’s potential, a fast energy-generation strategy is crucial. This is where key support cards like Manaphy—which is now featured in this month’s Wonder Pick event—come into play.

Manaphy: The Ultimate Support Card for Palkia ex Decks

Despite the launch of the Triumphant Light set, Palkia ex has not only maintained its dominance but has become even stronger. The Water-type Legendary thrives in decks that can rapidly flood it with Energy, and Manaphy is the perfect support to achieve that.

While Misty is a powerful option for Energy acceleration, relying on coin flips can be risky. Instead, the best way to consistently charge up Palkia ex is by using Pokémon with energy-moving abilities, such as Vaporeon and Manaphy.

• Vaporeon, introduced in the Mythical Island set, has the Wash Out ability, allowing players to transfer one Energy from a Benched Pokémon to their Active Pokémon.
• Manaphy, however, is even more valuable. Its Oceanic Gift attack lets players attach Energy to two Benched Pokémon simultaneously—an absolute game-changer for setting up Palkia ex.

How to Use Manaphy to Build the Perfect Palkia ex Deck

To fully utilize Manaphy’s Oceanic Gift, follow these steps:

1. Start with Manaphy as your Active Pokémon—it only requires one Energy to activate Oceanic Gift.
2. Equip Manaphy with Giant Cape to increase its HP by 20, giving it a better chance to survive early turns.
3. Use Oceanic Gift to rapidly charge Palkia ex and Vaporeon in the first few turns.
4. If Manaphy gets KO’d, switch Vaporeon to the Active spot and use Wash Out to move all stored Energy onto Palkia ex.
5. With Palkia ex fully charged, unleash Dimensional Storm, which deals 150 base damage plus 20 extra damage for each of your opponent’s Benched Pokémon—making it nearly unstoppable.

Don’t Miss the Chance to Secure Manaphy

With Manaphy now available in the March 2025 Wonder Pick event, all players have the opportunity to strengthen their Palkia ex meta decks.

If you want to dominate the competition, don’t miss out on this essential support card—grab Manaphy from the Wonder Pick event and start building the ultimate Palkia ex deck in Pokémon TCG Pocket!