Are you looking to shake up your Pokémon TCG gameplay with a versatile deck that keeps your opponents guessing? Meet the Regidrago VSTAR deck, a powerhouse in the current meta. This deck blends a mix of powerhouse attackers, strategic supporters, and well-chosen Trainer cards, making it an ideal choice for players who love combining explosive offense with tactical gameplay. Let’s dive into the deck and see how it can help you dominate your next battle.
Pokémon Core – Unleashing the Dragon Engine
Regidrago V & Regidrago VSTAR
At the heart of this deck lies Regidrago V and its evolved form, Regidrago VSTAR. Regidrago V’s Dragon Laser sets the stage for its VSTAR form to take over the battle. With Dragon Dream, Regidrago VSTAR lets you use the attacks of any Dragon-type Pokémon in your discard pile, making it a flexible offensive force. The key to success is filling your discard pile with heavy hitters, making Regidrago VSTAR capable of delivering devastating attacks from your bench.
Teal Mask Ogerpon ex
The new addition, Teal Mask Ogerpon ex, adds an extra layer of defense and offensive power to the deck. Its ability to spread damage efficiently across your opponent’s Pokémon makes it a perfect partner for Regidrago VSTAR. Teal Mask Ogerpon’s Spooky Mask ability creates strategic openings by weakening your opponent’s forces early in the game.
Supporting Cast
- Dragapult ex: Known for its Fusion Strike energy acceleration, Dragapult ex is an essential secondary attacker. Its Max Phantom attack does heavy lifting in softening up the opposition for Regidrago VSTAR to clean up.
- Mew ex: This support Pokémon plays an invaluable role in helping you draw key cards. Its ability to search your deck for crucial items accelerates your setup.
- Squawkabilly ex: Often the deck’s starter, Squawkabilly ex uses its ability to draw new cards, getting you closer to those game-changing combos.
Supporters – Building the Strategy
- Professor’s Research: Discard your hand and draw seven cards – this is the deck’s primary draw engine, ensuring you always have access to essential pieces.
- Iono: Disrupts your opponent’s hand while giving you a fresh set of cards. It can swing the tempo in your favor, especially when you’re behind on prize cards.
Trainers – Searching for Success
- Ultra Ball: This card is the lifeline of the deck, allowing you to search for any Pokémon and discard key attackers to fuel Regidrago VSTAR’s Dragon Dream.
- Nest Ball: Helps you grab those necessary basics like Regidrago V and Squawkabilly ex, getting your setup in motion.
- Earthen Vessel: A reliable tool to accelerate energy attachment and keep your Pokémon consistently powered up.
- Energy Switch: Vital in shifting energies between Pokémon, ensuring the right one is fully charged for maximum impact.
Arena – Control the Battlefield
- Temple of Sinnoh: This Stadium card can shut down opponents reliant on Special Energy cards, giving you control over the game while hindering their energy flow.
Gameplay – Strategy to Dominate
Start
The game kicks off with a search for key Pokémon such as Squawkabilly ex to help you draw, or Regidrago V to set up your future turns. You’ll also be looking for Ultra Ball or Nest Ball to get your engine running and begin filling the discard pile with heavy hitters.
Mid
Around mid-game, you should aim to fully evolve Regidrago V into Regidrago VSTAR while keeping Teal Mask Ogerpon ex on standby. At this point, you’ll also want to deploy Dragapult ex or use Energy Switch to maintain offensive pressure. Your key is to balance attack and defense while disrupting your opponent’s strategy with Iono and Temple of Sinnoh.
End
As the game nears its end, you should have fully evolved, charged Pokémon ready for action. Regidrago VSTAR should be using attacks from your discard pile, and cards like Professor’s Research can help you maintain momentum. The final blow often comes from a well-timed attack using a combination of VSTAR power and your Temple of Sinnoh to keep your opponent off-balance.
Recap – A Dominant Deck for the Current Meta
The Regidrago VSTAR deck is a top-tier choice in the current meta, thanks to its adaptability and raw power. This deck thrives on its ability to use Dragon-type attacks from the discard pile, coupled with support from Ogerpon ex and Dragapult ex, making it a versatile and unpredictable threat.
Cost
If you’re looking to assemble this deck in real life, expect to spend around $80 - $120, depending on card availability. You can find the core cards for this deck in our shop at Blastoise’s Lair TCG.
Final Thoughts
The Regidrago VSTAR deck is both competitive and fun to play, offering a wide range of strategies for new and experienced players alike. Want to learn more about this deck or see how it stacks up against others? Check out our Deck Builder blog for in-depth breakdowns or visit our Deck Reviews for more content!
Get started building your Regidrago VSTAR deck now, and dominate your next Pokémon TCG match with ease!
