[A3b] Primarina ex and Pyukumuku (Primarina Build) Deck: List, Strategy, and Counters｜Pokémon TCG Pocket

This article provides an in-depth explanation of the “Primarina ex and Pyukumuku (Primarina Build) Deck” deck recipe, building strategy, basic gameplay, and key card roles.
In addition to the reasons for including specific cards, it highlights situations where the deck excels, matchups to watch out for, and strategic tips.
We also rate the deck’s “ease of building” “ease of use” and “consistency” with star ratings to help you decide if it’s right for your playstyle.

Deck Recipe
Deck Evaluation
How to Play, Strategy & Gameplay
Who Should Use This Deck
Favorable Matchups
Unfavorable Matchups
Similar Deck Builds

Deck Recipe

Ease of Building a Deck

3.5

Ease of Use

Deck Consistency

3.5

Current Tier List [A3b]

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Deck Evaluation

Its ability to recover gives it great durability.
Thanks to the effects of attacks from Hau and Primarina ex, it can deal high damage from the early game, which is a strong advantage.

How to Play, Strategy & Gameplay

Basic Deck Rotation

Use Pyukumuku as a wall, and once Primarina ex is fully set up, switch to attacking with Primarina. This 1-2 progression strategy allows you to build up. If you can prepare another Primarina on the Bench, you’ll be able to heal every turn, effectively nullifying small amounts of damage.

First Turn Strategy & Ideal Setup

Place Pyukumuku in the Active Spot and set Popplio on the Bench. While chipping away at the opponent’s HP with Pyukumuku, evolve the Bench Popplio into Primarina ex. Even if Primarina is in your hand, do not evolve it unless Primarina ex is already on the field.

Second Turn Strategy & Ideal Setup

Same as when going first.

Key Playing Points to Always Keep in Mind

Since the deck includes two copies of Hau, you should actively use them from the early game.
Kai is only included as a single copy, so you’ll need to carefully time your recovery.

Matchup Strategy Against Specific Decks (Oricorio Deck)

Against Oricorio, you’ll primarily want to handle it with Pyukumuku. If Pyukumuku can’t deal damage to Oricorio, then switch to attacking with Primarina.