Top Supporter Cards for Pokémon TCG Pocket

In the world of Pokemon TCG Pocket, Supporter cards, while not designed for direct combat, wield significant influence on the game due to their formidable effects. Players are permitted to play only one Supporter card per turn, setting them apart from Item cards. This unique limitation ensures these powerful cards are used strategically, preventing any significant shifts in game dynamics from occurring in quick succession.

At launch, Pokemon TCG Pocket features only Supporter cards based on Gym Leaders from the first generation of games, with the possibility of expansions that introduce additional characters in the near future. Below are the current rankings of the Supporter cards, assessed for their utility and relevance in the meta.

John

The Boss Has Lost His Touch

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Effect	Best Deck To Use With
During this turn, attacks used by your Pokemon do +10 damage to your opponent’s Active Pokemon.	Mewtwo ex

Despite being a prominent figure, Giovanni’s Supporter card in Pokemon TCG Pocket has received criticism. His ability to enhance the damage of attacks by a mere 10 points may seem lackluster, especially in a competitive environment where opponents can deal over 100 damage with their bench-boosted attackers. What’s more, this damage boost is applicable only for one turn, rendering it ineffective in prolonged battles.

Lt. Surge

The Lightning American Needs a Recharge

Effect	Best Deck To Use With
Move all Electric Energy from your Benched Pokemon to your Raichu, Electrode, or Electabuzz in the Active Spot.	Electrode, Electabuzz, Raichu

Lt. Surge electrifies the gameplay by facilitating the transfer of Energy from Benched Electric-type Pokemon to an Active one. However, the card’s effectiveness is hindered by its reliance on already established energy setups, making it less useful in the initial phases of the game.

Brock

There’s Just Two Perfect ‘Mons For Him

Effect	Best Deck To Use With
Take a Fighting Energy from your Energy Zone and attach it to Golem or Onix.	Golem, Onyx

Brock focuses on enhancing specific Pokemon, notably Golem and Onix, by allowing an additional Fighting Energy to be attached, even from the bench. Although he is more versatile than Lt. Surge, Brock demands a strong commitment to his associated Pokemon lines to be effective.

Blaine

The Fiery Scientist Can Enflame Allied Pokemon

Effect	Best Deck To Use With
During this turn, attacks used by your Ninetales, Rapidash, or Magmar do +30 damage to your opponent’s Active Pokemon.	Magmar, Ninetales, Rapidash

Blaine provides a more impactful damage boost compared to Giovanni, offering a notable +30 damage for specific Fire-type Pokemon. While his utility is more limited, the additional damage can prove vital in eliminating opposing threats efficiently during gameplay.

Whom

The Judgment of the Battle!

Koga, One of the strongest gym leaders in the Kanto Region

Effect	Best Deck To Use With
Put your Muk or Weezing in the Active Spot into your hand.	Muk, Weezing

Koga introduces an intriguing tactic of returning a damaged Muk or Weezing to hand, effectively removing its accumulated damage and allowing for strategic replays. His ability to transition into a fresh Pokémon gives players the opportunity to stall and control the flow of battle.

Erika

Touching Grass To Heal It

Effect	Best Deck To Use With
Heal 50 damage from 1 of your Grass Pokemon.	Venusaur ex, Exeggutor ex

As one of the few sources of healing in Pokemon TCG Pocket, Erika provides essential support by healing 50 damage from one Grass-type Pokemon. This ability is crucial not just for sustaining longevity during battles, but can also make a sweeping difference against aggressive opponents.

Sabrina

The Old Nintendo Switcheroo

Effect	Best Deck To Use With
Switch out your opponent’s Active Pokemon to the Bench. (Your opponent chooses the new Active Pokemon.)	All of them

Sabrina wields significant disruptive potential by forcing the opponent to swap their Active Pokemon with one from the Bench. This strategic move can be game-changing, especially against decks reliant on Heavy Hitters or Pokemon with high retreat costs.

Misty

(Don’t) Play Misty For Me

Effect	Best Deck To Use With
Choose 1 of your Water Pokemon, and flip a coin until you get tails. For each heads, take a Water Energy from your Energy Zone and attach it to that Pokemon.	Articuno ex, Starmie ex, Blastoise ex, Gyarados ex

Misty’s card introduces an exciting element of chance to the game. Upon activation, she allows players to potentially attach multiple Water Energies to one Water Pokemon, depending on their luck with coin flips. A fortunate series of heads can lead to overwhelming Energy advantages early in matches, possibly dictating the outcome.

Professor Oak

What Does Professor Oak Do?

Effect	Best Deck To Use With
Draw 2 cards	All of them

Much like a famed card game mechanic in other titles, Professor Oak serves as a vital draw engine, allowing players to draw two cards. While not as powerful as similar effects in other games, the ability to replenish deck options makes this card universally beneficial, warranting its presence in any strategy.

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