As Pokemon TCG Pocket continues to grow, players are eagerly anticipating the fresh cards and events set to shake up their gameplay tactics. In the upcoming weeks, one event stands out as a must-watch for competitive enthusiasts of the game.
February has already kicked off with a string of engaging events for Pokemon TCG Pocket, enticing fans back with the promise of unique cards and the chance to build more formidable decks. Players have been drawn to the thrill of the Space-Time Smackdown Emblem event, battling with their most robust decks, while the Cresselia EX Drop event offers its own challenges. Simultaneously, the current Wonder Pick event revolving around Chimchar and Togepi provides an avenue for players to snag extra cards. However, it’s the forthcoming Darkness Type Mass Outbreak on February 21 that has competitive players buzzing, as it promises the chance to acquire some of the game’s most potent cards.
Inspired by the mass outbreaks seen in Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, TCG Pocket occasionally spotlights a specific card type, inviting players to engage in rare wonder picks and explore themed store cosmetics. This upcoming Darkness Mass Outbreak mirrors past events by granting players the opportunity to gather more cards of a particular type. What makes it particularly intriguing now is the advantage Darkness-type cards offer, as decks built around them currently dominate the game’s meta.
The surge of Darkness-type cards in Pokemon TCG Pocket has been significant. With the earlier Genetic Apex expansion focusing mostly on Generation 1 Pokemon, Darkness types were relatively scarce, and their absence in EX cards made them less viable in competitive settings. This all changed with the Space-Time Smackdown expansion, which highlights Generation 4’s formidable dark types, quickly becoming some of the most coveted cards among players.
For those participating in the forthcoming mass outbreak, several Darkness-type cards deserve special attention due to their newfound synergy and power within the game. Darkness-type decks, thanks to their recent enhancement, are currently outclassing competitors. Many of the new cards seem intentionally designed to complement one another, providing a solid foundation for crafting competitive decks. In particular, Darkrai EX and Weavile EX glow as a dynamic duo, offering a strategic advantage that’s hard to ignore. Featuring straightforward play mechanics and low energy requirements, these cards pack a punch if wielded wisely. Darkrai EX chips away at the opponent each time Darkness energy is linked, while Weavile EX delivers a hefty blow of 70 damage to already hit Pokemon, rendering it a powerhouse against other EX cards.
Besides these star cards, the Weavile EX/Darkrai EX deck strategy relies on a few key dark type supporters. Weavile’s evolution from Sneasel naturally makes Sneasel a critical component, ensuring the deck’s mechanics run smoothly. Spiritomb also plays a vital role, dishing out damage across all enemy Pokemon at once, paving the way for Weavile EX’s devastating assault.
These cards are expected to feature prominently in the upcoming Darkness Type Mass Outbreak, offering players a golden opportunity to elevate their deck’s potential. While rounding out the deck with additional supporter cards is essential, these can easily be found in the Space-Time Smackdown booster packs or within the game’s store. With the Darkness Mass Outbreak on the horizon and a new themed expansion scheduled for release later in the month, Pokemon TCG Pocket seems well on its way to becoming an enduring favorite among Pokemon fans.
