The excitement is palpable as another Drop Event unfolds in Pokemon TCG Pocket, this time highlighting the legendary Pokémon, Cresselia. This guide provides you with essential information for participating and the opportunity to secure the coveted Cresselia ex card.
Drop Events are increasingly common in Pokemon TCG Pocket, following successful features like Lapras ex and Venusaur ex. As the latest installment, this event marks a significant moment, bringing a Legendary Pokémon into the limelight.
The Cresselia event coincides with the launch of the Space-Time Smackdown expansion, giving players a chance to obtain the Cresselia ex card from the Promo-A set. Additionally, this event includes several other attractive cards, such as Turtwig and the classic Skarmory.
Cresselia ex Drop Event Schedule
Kick-off for the Pokemon TCG Pocket Cresselia ex Drop Event was on February 3, 2025, and players have until February 17, 2025 to join in on the fun and collect the exclusive Cresselia ex promo card.
This event features four tiers of AI solo battles utilizing both Cresselia and Cresselia ex decks. By completing these battles, players will earn a pink Promo-A booster, which contains one random promo card.
Featured Promo Cards
Event participants will have the opportunity to earn five new promo cards:
| CARD | NUMBER | TYPE | DETAILS |
|---|---|---|---|
 Cresselia ex |
P-A 037 | Psychic | HP: 140 Attack: Psychic Flash Attack Damage: 80 Ability: Lunar Plumage (Heal 20 damage each time you attach an Energy) Weakness: +20 damage from Darkness-type Pokémon Retreat Cost: 2 Colorless Energy |
 Electivire |
P-A 036 | Electric | HP: 120 Attack: Exciting Voltage Attack Damage: 40+ (Deals 80 more damage if it has at least 2 extra Energy) Weakness: +20 damage from Fighting-type Pokémon Retreat Cost: 3 Colorless Energy |
 Turtwig |
P-A 035 | Grass | HP: 80 Attack: Bite Attack Damage: 30 Weakness: +20 damage from Fire-type Pokémon Retreat Cost: 2 Colorless Energy |
 Skarmory |
P-A 039 | Metal | HP: 80 Attack: Metal Arms Attack Damage: 20+ (Deals 30 more damage if it has a Tool attached) Weakness: +20 damage from Electric-type Pokémon Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless Energy |
 Misdreavus |
P-A 038 | Psychic | HP: 60 Attack: Confuse Ray (Confuses your opponent’s Active Pokémon) Weakness: +20 damage from Darkness-type Pokémon Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless Energy |
Promo Card Chances
Winning an AI solo battle grants you a 51% – 100% chance to receive a ‘Promo Pack A Series Vol.4′ pink booster. Here are the odds of obtaining each card:
- Cresselia ex: 12.6%
- Electivire: 15.8%
- Turtwig: 23.8%
- Skarmory: 23.8%
- Misdreavus: 23.8%
Event Rewards Breakdown
In addition to the promo pack, players will receive various rewards for winning battles and completing challenges across different tiers.
Beginner Tier Rewards
| CHALLENGE | REWARDS |
|---|---|
| Complete the Beginner Cresselia deck battle | – x2 Pack Hourglass– x50 Shinedust– x1 Shop Ticket |
| Knock out your opponent’s Active Pokémon once with a Darkness-type attack | – x3 Event Hourglass |
| Put 3 Basic Pokémon into play | – x3 Event Hourglass |
Intermediate Tier Rewards
| CHALLENGE | REWARDS |
|---|---|
| Complete the Intermediate Cresselia deck battle | – x4 Pack Hourglass– x100 Shinedust– x1 Shop Ticket |
| Knock out your opponent’s Active Pokémon twice with a Darkness-type attack | – x3 Event Hourglass |
| Make your opponent’s Pokémon Asleep once | – x3 Event Hourglass |
| Win this battle by turn 14 | – x3 Event Hourglass |
Advanced Tier Rewards
| CHALLENGE | REWARDS |
|---|---|
| Complete the Advanced Cresselia ex deck battle | – x6 Pack Hourglass– x150 Shinedust– x1 Shop Ticket |
| Win 5 battles or more | – x4 Wonder Hourglass |
| Win using a deck where all Pokémon cards are of ◇, ◇◇, and/or ◇◇◇ rarity | – x4 Wonder Hourglass |
| Win this battle by turn 14 | – x4 Wonder Hourglass |
| Win without your opponent getting any points | – x4 Wonder Hourglass |
Expert Tier Rewards
| CHALLENGE | REWARDS |
|---|---|
| Complete the Expert Cresselia ex deck battle | – x8 Pack Hourglass– x200 Shinedust– x1 Shop Ticket |
| Win using a deck where all Pokémon cards are of ◇, ◇◇, and/or ◇◇◇ rarity | – x5 Wonder Hourglass |
| Win this battle by turn 12 | – x5 Wonder Hourglass |
| Win this battle without your opponent getting any points | – x5 Wonder Hourglass |
| Win 10 battles or more | – x5 Wonder Hourglass |
| Win 20 battles or more | – x5 Wonder Hourglass |
Chance Rewards
After completing each tier at least once, players will have a random chance to receive additional rewards when finishing any of the Cresselia deck battles during the event. Possible bonus rewards include:
- x1 Promo Pack A Series Vol.4
- x25 Shinedust
- x1 Shop Ticket
Overview of Cresselia Decks
Participants will confront both standard Cresselia and Cresselia ex decks from the recent Space-Time Smackdown expansion, populated with a diverse selection of Psychic-type Pokémon.
Strengths Comparison
| Cresselia | Cresselia ex |
|---|---|
| HP: 110 | HP: 140 |
| Moonlight Gain: Deals damage and heals 20 HP | Psychic Flash: Decent damage of 80 |
| Psychic Flash: Deals decent damage of 80 | Ability Lunar Plumage: Restores 20 HP when attaching Energy |
Weaknesses Comparison
| Cresselia | Cresselia ex |
|---|---|
| High retreat cost | Expensive attack cost for Psychic Flash |
| Weak to +20 damage from Darkness-type opponents | Charge time of three turns for the attack |
| – | Weak to +20 damage from Darkness-type opponents |
Full Deck Lists
Each difficulty tier—Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, and Expert—offers a unique Cresselia deck with gradually increasing strength.
| DIFFICULTY | DECK BUILD |
|---|---|
| Beginner Cresselia Deck | Abra x1, Slowpoke x1, Gastly x1, Woobat x2, Golett x1, Elgyem x2, Misdreavus x2, Ralts x2, Kirlia x1, Duskull x2, Drifloon x2, Cresselia x1, Poke Ball x2 |
| Intermediate Cresselia & Drifblim Deck | Elgyem x2, Beheeyem x1, Misdreavus x2, Ralts x2, Kirlia x1, Duskull x2, Dusclops x1, Drifloon x2, Drifblim x1, Cresselia x2, Poke Ball x2, Professor’s Research x2 |
| Advanced Cresselia ex & Gardevoir Deck | Gardevoir x1, Elgyem x2, Beheeyem x1, Ralts x2, Kirlia x2, Drifloon x2, Drifblim x1, Giratina x1, Cresselia x1, Cresselia ex x1, Giant Cape x1, Potion x1, Poke Ball x2, Professor’s Research x2 |
| Expert Cresselia ex & Mismagius ex Deck | Gardevoir x2, Misdreavus x2, Mismagius ex x2, Ralts x2, Kirlia x2, Cresselia ex x2, Leaf x2, Giant Cape x2, Poke Ball x2, Professor’s Research x2 |
Optimal Counters Against Cresselia ex
While certain Pokémon like Drifloon and Drifblim have specific weaknesses, it is advisable to focus on Darkness-type decks to effectively challenge the Cresselia ex card presented in this event.
Darkness-type Pokémon deal an additional +20 damage to Psychic-type Pokémon, which includes both Cresselia variants and many other Psychic creatures from the decks available.
At the same time, having a well-rounded strategy supported with Trainer cards—items, tools, and supporters—will significantly enhance your chances of victory.
Recommended Deck Builds
Various deck configurations can be employed to navigate your battles with Cresselia. The recent release of the Space-Time Smackdown set has made the Weavile ex & Darkrai ex combination one of the top-tier choices.
However, for those still gathering the required cards, the Scolipede & Weezing deck from the Mythical Island expansion serves as a great alternative.
| WEAVILE EX & DARKRAI EX | SCOLIPEDE & WEEZING |
|---|---|
| Sneasel x2, Weavile ex x2, Spiritomb x2, Darkrai ex x2, Pokemon Communication x2, Cyrus x2, Dawn x2, X Speed x2, Poke Ball x2, Professor’s Research x2 | Koffing x2, Weezing x2, Venipede x2, Whirlipede x2, Scolipede x2, Koga x2, Sabrina x2, Leaf x2, Poke Ball x2, Professor’s Research x2 |
New players can assemble a solid deck using basic cards like Poke Ball, X Speed, Sabrina, Potion, and Professor’s Research alongside Pokémon like Ekans, Arbok, Koffing, Weezing, and members of the Nidoran family.
How to Participate in the Drop Event
Getting started with the Cresselia ex Drop Event is straightforward when you follow these easy steps:
- Launch the Pokemon TCG Pocket app.
- Navigate to the ‘Battle’ tab (fourth icon on the bottom).
- Select ‘Solo’.
- Choose the Cresselia ex Drop Event (first option).
- Select your desired battle tier.
- Pick your deck and hit ‘Battle!’
Be mindful that the Drop Events utilize a Stamina system that depletes with each battle win. If you run out of stamina but wish to continue, you can exchange Event Hourglasses for replenishment.
Prerequisites for Participation
To access the Cresselia ex Drop Event, players are required to unlock the Battle menu, which necessitates reaching Level 3 or higher.
Fortunately, achieving Level 3 is relatively simple, as players accumulate experience points quickly through booster openings and participating in Wonder Picks.
Additionally, all six “For New Players” steps listed in the Battle Guide must be completed to gain access.
This concludes our comprehensive overview of the Cresselia ex Drop Event in Pokemon TCG Pocket. For further insights, feel free to explore all available Promo Cards, event schedules, and secret missions.
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