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Deck List
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- Strong Darkness tempo from low commitment starts
- Zoroark EX applies pressure quickly
- Mega Absol EX gives the deck a strong finisher
- Flexible support package with gust and healing
Weaknesses
- Needs attackers to chain cleanly
- Can lose pressure if the first attacker is removed cheaply
- Limited recovery if the board gets disrupted
- Harder to pilot against very bulky decks
Key Matchups
- Frailer tempo decks Favored
- Balanced midrange Even
- Big Fighting attackers Unfavored
- Slow setup lists Favored
Strategy Overview
Push early with Zoroark EX, use utility supporters to create awkward responses, and pivot into Mega Absol EX once the opponent is forced into low-resource turns.
Gameplay Video
Key Cards
Zoroark EX
Primary early-game pressure card that establishes the pace of the game.
Mega Absol EX
Closer that converts damaged boards and weak hands into knockouts.
Darkrai EX
Support pressure piece that adds damage and threat density.
Field Blower
Utility card that disrupts opposing tools and stadiums at key moments.
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