Mew ex: A Comprehensive Guide for Pokémon Pocket

The release of Mew ex in Pokémon Pocket has significantly impacted the game's meta. While Pikachu and Mewtwo remain dominant, Mew ex offers a compelling counter and synergistic potential, particularly within Mewtwo ex decks. Its full impact is still unfolding, but its versatility is undeniable.

This guide covers Mew ex's strengths, weaknesses, optimal deck strategies, counter-strategies, and overall review.

Quick Links

• Mew ex Card Overview
• The Best Deck for Mew ex
• How to Play Mew ex Effectively
• How to Counter Mew ex
• Mew ex Deck Review

Mew ex Card Overview

• HP: 130
• Attack 1 (Psyshot): 20 damage, 1 Psychic Energy.
• Attack 2 (Genome Hacking): Copies one attack from your opponent's Active Pokémon. Works with all Energy types.
• Weakness: Dark-Type

Mew ex's defining feature is its ability to copy opponent attacks via Genome Hacking, making it a potent tech card capable of one-shotting high-HP Pokémon like Mewtwo ex. Its versatility extends beyond Psychic-type decks due to Genome Hacking's energy type independence. Synergizing well with Budding Expeditioner (acting as a free Retreat), Mew ex forms a powerful counter-strategy, especially when energy management is addressed with cards like Misty or Gardevoir.

The Best Deck for Mew ex

Currently, Mew ex thrives in a refined Mewtwo ex/Gardevoir deck. This utilizes Mew ex's counter-attack capabilities alongside Mewtwo ex's offensive power and Gardevoir's energy support. The "refined" aspect involves crucial Trainer cards like Mythical Slab and Budding Expeditioner from the Mythical Island mini-set.

Here's a sample decklist:

Deck Synergies:

• Mew ex acts as a damage sponge and high-value target eliminator.
• Budding Expeditioner facilitates Mew ex's retreat when Mewtwo ex is ready to attack.
• Mythical Slab improves the consistency of drawing Psychic-type cards for evolution.
• Gardevoir accelerates energy accumulation for both Mew ex and Mewtwo ex.
• Mewtwo ex serves as the primary damage dealer.

How to Play Mew ex Effectively

Key strategies for maximizing Mew ex's effectiveness:

1. Prioritize Flexibility: Be prepared to switch Mew ex frequently. It can act as a damage absorber while building up your main attacker, but adaptability is key if card draws aren't optimal.

2. Avoid Conditional Attacks: Carefully consider the conditions of an opponent's attack before copying it. Don't copy attacks that require specific Pokémon types on your bench if you don't meet those conditions.

3. Utilize as a Tech Card: Don't rely solely on Mew ex's damage output. Its strength lies in its ability to eliminate key threats and absorb damage with its high HP.

How to Counter Mew ex

Effective counter-strategies focus on exploiting Mew ex's reliance on opponent attacks:

• Conditional Attacks: Use Pokémon with attacks that have conditions your opponent is unlikely to meet (e.g., requiring specific types on the bench). Pikachu ex and Nidoqueen are examples.

• Tanky Placeholders: Use a high-HP Pokémon with minimal damage as your Active Pokémon, rendering Mew ex's Genome Hacking ineffective.

Mew ex Deck Review

Mew ex is significantly impacting the Pokémon Pocket meta, with its mirroring archetype becoming increasingly prevalent in competitive play. While a Mew ex-centric deck might not be consistently optimal, its inclusion in established Psychic-type decks provides a substantial advantage. Mew ex is a valuable addition to any competitive player's arsenal.