Classic

The defining deck of early Pokémon. Cheap basic attackers hit from turn one while Energy Removal and Gust of Wind strip the opponent of resources before they can set up an evolution line.

Blastoise's Rain Dance power ignores the once-per-turn energy rule for Water Pokémon, fueling a huge Hydro Pump as early as turn two with the help of heavy draw from Professor Oak and Bill.

A stall-control deck: Alakazam's Damage Swap shifts damage counters onto a 120 HP Chansey while Pokémon Center wipes them away, slowly running the opponent out of steam.

Fill the bench fast, then swing for 60 every turn with Do the Wave — massive damage for the era at a tiny energy cost. PlusPower pushes key knockouts into range.