Pikachu is under attack and it’s not from Team Rocket this time. Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket players are criticizing the adorable mascot. Why? Well, it just so happens that Pikachu has become the star of one of the most popular — and strongest — decks in the game’s burgeoning competitive play mode.

The best Pokemon TCG Pocket Pikachu ex deck and builds are dominating the current meta. By pairing it with Zapdos ex, players are creating lean, pure-electric-type decks that focus on a powerful early game that can irreversibly damage the opponent before they have time to set up the combos and evolutions that they need.

Pokemon TCG Pocket's premium pass has a two-week free trial you can cash in to get the app's Pikachu Illustration Rare.

Those looking for a list of all of the cards in Pokemon TCG Pocket's Genetic Apex Pikachu packs have come to the right place.

Pokemon TCG Pocket has a lot of cards for you to discover, and regardless of your play style and your type preferences, every Pokemon has the chance to shine in the right deck. Of course, the best decks have access to ex cards,