The Pokémon TCG Pocket Lapras EX Drop Event: A Comprehensive Guide
Pokémon TCG Pocket is constantly evolving, with new events introducing exciting card variants and additions to your collection. This guide covers everything you need to know about the Lapras EX drop event.
Event Duration:
The Lapras EX drop event runs from November 5th to November 18th, 12:59 AM Eastern Time. During this period, participate in special battles for a chance to acquire new card variants and the coveted Lapras EX. Additional rewards include Pack Hourglasses to expand your booster pack openings.
Event Participation:
- Update: Ensure your Pokémon TCG Pocket app is updated to the latest version.
- Access Event: Navigate to the Battles tab, select Solo, and then choose the "Lapras EX Drop Event" category.
- Battles: Engage in four AI battles using a Lapras EX deck. Each battle offers first-clear rewards and chance rewards obtainable through repeated playthroughs.
Decks and Challenges:
The event features four battles with unique deck compositions and challenges:
| Level | Deck Composition | Challenges | Rewards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beginner | Pidgey x2, Swanna, Ducklett, Lapras x2, Staryu x2, Goldeen x2, Horsea, Seadra, Krabby, Tentacool, Poliwag, Poliwhirl | KO opponent's Active Pokémon once with a Lightning-type attack; Put 3 Basic Pokémon into play. | First Clear: Pack Hourglass x2, Shinedust x50, Shop Ticket x1, 25 XP; Chance: Promo Pack A Series Vol. 1, Shinedust x25, Shop Ticket x1 |
| Intermediate | Pokedex x2, Professor’s Research x2, Poke Ball x2, Doduo x2, Dodrio, Lapras x2, Staryu x2, Starmie, Goldeen x2, Seaking, Poliwag, Poliwhirl x2 | KO opponent's Active Pokémon twice with a Lightning-type attack; Put 1 Stage 1 Pokémon into play; Win by turn 14. | First Clear: Pack Hourglass x4, Shinedust x100, Shop Ticket x1, 50 XP; Chance: Promo Pack A Series Vol. 1, Shinedust x25, Shop Ticket x1 |
| Advanced | Professor’s Research x2, Poke Ball x2, Potion, Lapras EX, Doduo x2, Dodrio x2, Lapras x2, Staryu x2, Starmie x2, Goldeen x2, Seaking x2 | Win 5+ battles; Win using a deck with only 1, 2, or 3-diamond rarity Pokémon; Win by turn 14; Win without opponent scoring points. | First Clear: Pack Hourglass x6, Shinedust x150, Shop Ticket x1, 75 XP; Chance: Promo Pack A Series Vol. 1, Shinedust x25, Shop Ticket x1 |
| Expert | Professor’s Research x2, Poke Ball x2, X Speed x2, Potion x2, Sabrina, Misty, Lapras EX x2, Staryu x2, Starmie EX x2, Psyduck x2, Golduck x2 | Win using a deck with only 1, 2, or 3-diamond rarity Pokémon; Win by turn 12; Win without opponent scoring points; Win 10+ battles; Win 20+ battles. | First Clear: Pack Hourglass x8, Shinedust x200, Shop Ticket x1, 100 XP; Chance: Promo Pack A Series Vol. 1, Shinedust x25, Shop Ticket x1 |
Note: While all battles offer a Promo Pack as a chance reward, only the Expert battle guarantees it. All decks are Water-type, making a Lightning-type deck advantageous.
Event Hourglasses:
Event stamina, consumed per battle, replenishes every 12 hours (up to five). Earned Event Hourglasses can replenish stamina instantly.
Recommended Decks and Strategies:
A Pikachu EX deck is highly effective due to Lightning-type attacks dealing bonus damage against Water-type Pokémon. Consider using less rare alternatives like Helioptile/Heliolisk or Magnemite/Magneton to meet specific challenge requirements.
Promo Pack Rewards:
Promo Packs contain one card each: Mankey, Pikachu, Clefairy, Butterfree, and Lapras EX (a new variant for each except Lapras EX, which is a new card). Lapras EX stats: 140 HP, Bubble Drain (2 Water, 1 Colorless Energy): 80 damage, heals 20 HP. 3 Retreat Cost.
