This Pokemon TCG Pocket Cards guide will explain why Water decks are ideal for beginners, how to build your first Water deck, and how to play it effectively.
Why Water Decks Are Perfect for New Players
Water decks stand out for three key reasons:
1. Simple Energy Acceleration
Cards like Misty and Manaphy help attach Energy faster than normal, meaning you don’t fall behind when you miss a turn.
2. Durable Pokémon
Water Pokémon such as Lapras, Blastoise, and Suicune have high HP and defensive effects, giving you time to learn positioning and strategy.
3. Easy Win Conditions
Most Water decks focus on powering one strong attacker and slowly overwhelming your opponent.
A Simple Starter Water Deck
Here’s a basic beginner-friendly deck core:
Pokémon
Lapras
Greninja
Manaphy
Trainers
Misty
Professor’s Research
Switch
Potion
This core teaches Energy management, bench setup, and switching.
How to Play Your First Water Deck
Early Game
Attach Energy every turn
Play Manaphy early
Build your bench
Mid Game
Start attacking
Use Greninja to weaken targets
Heal when needed
Late Game
Bring in your strongest attacker
Focus on knockouts
Protect your Energy
Common Beginner Mistakes
Attaching Energy to the wrong Pokémon
Ignoring your bench
Attacking too early
Forgetting to heal
Upgrading Your Deck
Once you get comfortable, add:
Palkia ex
Gyarados ex
More Switch cards
Final Thoughts
Water decks are the perfect starting point in Pokémon TCG Pocket. They teach core mechanics, forgive mistakes, and grow with your skill level. Master Water, and you’ll master the game.
