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Updated June 9, 2026Mega Lucario ex and Darkrai Deck Guide in Pokémon TCG Pocket
Stall, chip, and sweep with this high-damage Fighting-type strategy
The Mega Lucario ex and Darkrai deck combines disruption, chip damage, and heavy attacks to control the game. Its core strategy uses Igglybuff's Sleepy Lullaby to stall, Darkrai's Dark Void to disrupt, and Mega Lucario ex's Fighting Pulse to deal significant damage. The deck aims to wear down opponents with chip damage before finishing with Mega Lucario ex's attacks, boosted by Korrina and Arena of Antiquity.
The decklist
How it works
Mega Lucario ex's Fighting Pulse deals 90 damage with
Fighting energy. With one additional
Fighting energy (3 total), it deals 140 damage (90 base +
50 bonus). While this won't OHKO most ex Pokémon (typically 190 HP), it
applies strong pressure when combined with chip damage. Its 190 HP matches
most ex Pokémon's durability.
Darkrai's Dark Void requires Darkness, Colorless
to deal 60 damage and inflict Sleep. With 110 HP (solid for a one-point
support attacker), it provides mid-game disruption while chipping away at
opponents.
Igglybuff's Sleepy Lullaby (costing any energy) deals 10 damage and inflicts Sleep. Its 30 HP is fragile but the zero retreat cost makes it ideal for early-game disruption.
Korrina makes your Fighting Pokémon's attacks deal 30 more
damage to your opponent's Active Pokémon ex this turn. A fully fueled Fighting
Pulse hits an Active ex for 170, enough to threaten knockouts on most ex
Pokémon after light chip damage.
Matchups
| Matchup | Favorability | How to play it |
|---|---|---|
| Grass-type decks | Favored | Darkrai is vulnerable but manageable. Prioritize setting up Mega Lucario ex quickly. |
| Dark-type ex decks | Even | Trade efficiently with Fighting Pulse's 140 damage and add your own Darkrai chip. Arena of Antiquity helps close the gap to 190 HP. |
| Metal-type decks | Even | Focus on accumulating chip damage before attacking with Mega Lucario ex. |
| Psychic-type decks | Unfavored | Keep Mega Lucario ex benched until necessary. Use Darkrai and Cyrus to control damage. |
Tech options and swaps
Cyrus helps against Psychic decks by pulling damaged Pokémon active. X Speed enables earlier attacks. Arena of Antiquity boosts damage against ex Pokémon. Consider cutting a Copycat for these techs.
How to pilot it
Prioritize starting with Igglybuff to disrupt early. Build energy on Darkrai for mid-game pressure while setting up Mega Lucario ex. Attach a third Fighting energy to unlock 140-damage Fighting Pulses, and save Korrina to push that to 170 against an Active ex. Against Psychic decks, delay bringing up Mega Lucario ex until you can secure a knockout.
Deck strengths
- Strong disruption with Igglybuff and Darkrai
- Consistent 140-plus damage output from Fighting Pulse with extra energy
- Flexible energy management options
- Good late-game damage potential
Deck weaknesses
- Vulnerable to Psychic attackers
- Requires precise energy attachments
- Fragile early game with Igglybuff
- Needs chip damage to secure knockouts
Is it worth building
This deck offers a strategic playstyle built on disruption and steady damage. Its moderate resource cost and unique disruption tactics make it worth building for players who enjoy controlled, attrition-based strategies.
