{{card:link1}} {{card:link2}} is a fast, pressure-focused deck that combines {{card:link1}}’s strong early attacks with Oricorio’s disruption against EX-heavy builds. {{card:link2}}’s Safeguard ability blocks damage from EX Pokémon, forcing opponents to adapt their strategy. {{card:link1}} applies steady damage with Brave Buddies while {{card:link3}} variants provide energy acceleration to maintain tempo. The deck is designed to punish EX-heavy lineups and slow decks by getting ahead early and staying there.

Deal early damage quickly with {{card:link1}} while using {{card:link2}} to shut down EX attackers.

Since {{card:link1}} requires a Supporter to be played each turn to activate Brave Buddies, careful planning around your Supporters is crucial for maintaining consistent pressure.

Supporter Timing Mastery

{{card:link3}}’s ability let its gain energy if used turn 1 letting you have options on how to use it.

Playing Around {{card:link3}}

Since hand disruption tools like {{card:link28}}, {{card:link29}}, and Iono are common in the meta, it's important to prepare for them strategically. Do note that if you are playing around hand disruptors, you are now vulnerable to {{card:link10}} so assess whether what you want to trade off.

Playing Around Hand Disruptions

{{card:link28}} is often played early—usually when you have 4 or more cards in hand. To minimize its impact. Play down extra copies of {{card:link4}} or bench {{card:link3}}. Evolve into {{card:link1}} especially if your hand is larger than 3. Play throwaway cards like your own {{card:link28}} or Tools (e.g., {{card:link30}}) to shrink your hand. If your hand is bad, hovering at 4–5 cards can bait your opponent into using {{card:link28}}, giving you a chance to draw into a stronger hand.

Similar logic applies here, though {{card:link29}} often becomes more threatening later in the game, especially if you're ahead on points. When you're leading, try to play down as many cards as possible to minimize {{card:link29}}’s impact. Even “low-value” Supporters like {{card:link31}} or {{card:link32}} may be worth burning just to reduce your hand size and protect key cards from being sniped.

Silvally Oricorio Archetype Analysis – Pokémon TCG Pocket (PTCGP) for Set {{setId}}

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