The San Antonio Pokemon regionals happened over the weekend, and we got to see some new archetypes hit the format. Charizard ex Finally takes the gold, and the Snorlax control continues to perform well. I’ll be listing the top five archetypes based on placement, and leave links for the singles using my affiliate links.

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1. Charizard ex

I know Charizard has its hate since it was released with Obsidian Flames, but it is such a good card. It’s bulky, it can hit hard when you’re behind in prizes, and its ability lets you power up your Pokémon. It’s not unbeatable, but it creates situations that are hard to come back from. The deck is easy to learn, and will make up most of your matches on PTCGL until the next tournament. Congratulations to Azul Garcia Griego for taking first place!

Pokémon (17)
3 Charmander MEW 4
1 Charmander PR-SV 47
1 Charmeleon OBF 27
3 Charizard ex OBF 125
2 Pidgey MEW 16
2 Pidgeot ex OBF 164
1 Rotom V CRZ 45
1 Lumineon V BRS 40
1 Mew CEL 11
1 Manaphy BRS 41
1 Jirachi PAR 126

Trainer (36)
4 Arven OBF 186
3 Boss’s Orders PAL 172
3 Iono PAL 185
1 Professor’s Research SVI 189
4 Battle VIP Pass FST 225
4 Ultra Ball SVI 196
4 Rare Candy SVI 191
2 Level Ball BST 129
2Lost Vacuum CRZ 135
2 Counter Catcher PAR 160
1 Super Rod PAL 188
1 Forest Seal Stone SIT 156
1 Justified Gloves CRE 143
1 Vitality Band SVI 197
1 Lost City LOR 161
1 Artazon PAL 171
1 Collapsed Stadium BRS 137

Energy (7)
7 Fire Energy 2

2. Lost Tina

To no one’s surprise, Losttina continues to do well in the tournament despite Jirachi entering the format. There’s nothing wrong with silver, and if you’re looking for a fun deck to play, this is a solid choice. I’ve played a variation of this on PTCGL and loved every minute. Congratulations to Grant Hays for 2nd place!

Pokémon (14)
4 Comfey LOR 79
3 Giratina V LOR 130
3 Giratina VSTAR LOR 131
2 Sableye LOR 70
1 Cramorant LOR 50
1 Radiant Greninja ASR 46

Trainer (33)
4 Colress’s Experiment LOR 155
2 Roxanne ASR 150
1 Iono PAL 185
1 Boss’s Orders PAL 172
4 Mirage Gate LOR 163
4 Battle VIP Pass FST 225
3 Nest Ball SVI 181
2 Super Rod PAL 188
2 Counter Catcher PAR 160
2 Switch Cart ASR 154
2 Escape Rope BST 125
1 Switch SVI 194
1 Pokégear 3.0 SVI 186
Path to the Peak CRE 148

Energy (13)
4 Jet Energy PAL 190
4 Psychic Energy 5
3 Grass Energy 1
2 Water Energy 3

3. Palkia VStar

Palkia VStar also made its appearance. Palkia VStar has always shown up to tournaments, but San Antonio is where it truly shined. This is going to be an archetype to look out for. Congratulations to Joseph Nawal for taking Palkia VStar to 3rd place.

Pokémon (15)
3 Origin Forme Palkia V ASR 39
2 Origin Forme Palkia VSTAR ASR 40
2 Ice Rider Calyrex V CRE 45
1 Ice Rider Calyrex VMAX CRE 46
1 Chien-Pao ex PAL 61
1 Suicune V EVS 31
1 Lumineon V BRS 40
1 Radiant Greninja ASR 46
1 Mew ex MEW 151
1 Mew CEL 11
1 Spiritomb PAL 89

Trainer (37)
4 Melony CRE 146
4 Irida ASR 147
1 Boss’s Orders PAL 172
1 Roxanne ASR 150
4 Cross Switcher FST 230
4 Battle VIP Pass FST 225
4 Ultra Ball SVI 196
3 Earthen Vessel PAR 163
2 Switch SVI 194
2 Escape Rope BST 125
2 Lost Vacuum CRZ 135
1Nest Ball SVI 181
1 Hisuian Heavy Ball ASR 146
1 Super Rod PAL 188
1 Canceling Cologne ASR 136
1 Energy Switch SVI 173
1 Collapsed Stadium BRS 137

Energy (8)
8 Water Energy 3

4. Snorlax Stall

I know there is a lot of hate for Snorlax control because it makes for boring games, but it’s a valid strategy. I am just happy to see the format change, and it’s a great excuse to bust out Alakazam ex. Congratulations to Calvin Conner for making top 5.

Pokémon (8)
4 Snorlax PGO 55
1 Rotom V CRZ 45
1 Pidgeot V LOR 137
1 Mimikyu PAL 97
1 Spiritomb PAL 89

rainer (52)
4 Arven OBF 186
3 Penny SVI 183
3 Iono PAL 185
3 Miss Fortune Sisters LOR 164
2 Boss’s Orders PAL 172
2 Erika’s Invitation MEW 160
1 Avery CRE 130
1 Giacomo PAL 182
1 Sidney FST 241
1 Peonia CRE 149
1 Cyllene ASR 138
1 Team Yell’s Cheer BRS 149
4 Counter Catcher PAR 160
4 Nest Ball SVI 181
4 Pokégear 3.0 SVI 186
2 Pal Pad SVI 182
2 Switch Cart ASR 154
1 Battle VIP Pass FST 225
1 Hisuian Heavy Ball ASR 146
1 Echoing Horn CRE 136
1 Super Rod PAL 188
3 Bravery Charm PAL 173
1 Luxurious Cape PAR 166
1 Forest Seal Stone SIT 156
2 Temple of Sinnoh ASR 155
2 Pokémon League Headquarters OBF 192

Energy (0)

5.Maraidon Ex

This doesn’t surprise me at all, Maraidon ex is strong right now. I’ve been playing it on the ladder and love it. It is easy to pick up and pilot, and it is a really quick deck. With the inclusion of Iron Hands ex, this deck is a beast! Congratulations to Nick Robinson for getting 7th place!

Pokémon (14)
2 Miraidon ex SVI 81
2 Iron Hands ex PAR 70
2 Mew ex MEW 151
1 Raikou V BRS 48
1 Raichu V BRS 45
1 Mareep EVS 54
1 Flaaffy EVS 55
1 Zapdos PGO 29
1 Squawkabilly ex PAL 169
1 Lumineon V BRS 40
1 Spiritomb PAL 89

Trainer (29)
4 Peony CRE 150
2 Boss’s Orders PAL 172
1 Raihan CRZ 140
4 Electric Generator SVI 170
4 Ultra Ball SVI 196
2 Battle VIP Pass FST 225
2 Escape Rope BST 125
1 Switch SVI 194
1 Nest Ball SVI 181
1 Lost Vacuum CRZ 135
1 Super Rod PAL 188
2 Bravery Charm PAL 173
1 Forest Seal Stone SIT 156
2 Beach Court SVI 167
1 Collapsed Stadium BRS 137

Energy (17)
16 Lightning Energy 4
1 Double Turbo Energy BRS 151