Gold Crown cards in the Pokémon TCG Pocket are among the rarest collectibles, boasting an incredibly low probability of being drawn. The odds of obtaining one as the fourth card in a pack are just 0.04%. However, this percentage increases to 0.16% if you’re opening your fifth consecutive pack. What truly sets Gold Crown cards apart is their availability; they can be found in any pack and are not limited to a single card set.
In this article, we will explore the top Gold Crown cards based on their effectiveness within the current competitive meta. It’s important to note that these cards do not confer any additional effects during gameplay—their value lies primarily in their aesthetic appeal.
Ranking the Best Gold Crown Cards in Pokémon TCG Pocket
8. Poké Ball
The Poké Ball is an essential Item card that allows players to draw a random Basic Pokémon from their deck. While its utility makes it a staple in many decks, its common nature relegates the Gold Crown variant to the bottom of our ranking.
7. Pikachu ex
Pikachu ex can be quickly established in play, making it effective against Palkia ex decks. However, its Fighting-type weakness and limited damage output render the Gold Crown version a less impactful choice as new cards are continually introduced.
6. Mewtwo ex
Mewtwo ex serves as a formidable attacker, especially if you can set it up promptly, ideally with support from Gardevoir. Despite its potential for high damage, its hefty 4-energy cost and the requirement to discard two energy after each attack create challenges for deck construction.
5. Mew ex
The versatility of Mew ex shines through its Genome Hacking ability, which allows it to utilize any attack from the opposing Active Pokémon, provided you can meet the three Colorless energy requirement. However, its effectiveness hinges on the opponent’s Active Pokémon, making it somewhat unreliable, and it is vulnerable while being set up.
4. Dialga ex
Dialga ex offers solid support, aiding its teammates on the bench while also functioning as a competent Metal-type attacker. However, it requires a minimum of two turns to be effective in supporting its allies, and it shares a Fire-type weakness with many compatible cards.
3. Palkia ex
Palkia ex is a top-tier card capable of dealing significant early damage with its single-Water-energy assault, Slash. It pairs exceptionally well with Manaphy for late-game setup. As a Water-type, it synergizes with Irida, enabling effective healing. However, it is hindered by a Lightning-type weakness.
2. Charizard ex
Once established, Charizard ex can deliver outstanding damage output. It typically pairs well with Moltres ex, which, despite its own weakness, offers complementary benefits. The primary challenge lies in the initial setup, as Moltres may struggle as an attacker, compelling Charizard to assume the lead role in securing knockouts.
1. Arceus ex
Arceus ex is arguably the best card in this collection, renowned for its outstanding synergy with various cards from the Triumphant Light set. While Arceus sets up on the bench, it enhances the performance of its allies and can unleash devastating attacks, delivering an impressive 130 damage with Ultimate Force.