Dual Fusion Set Guide: Best Cards, New Decks & Which Pack to Open

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Hola Everyone! It’s your boy Anketsu here, and you know what else is here? The new Pokémon Pocket set, Dual Fusion (C1)!

This expansion kicks off the new C Series and the game’s third year, with 217 new cards and the introduction of Dual-Type Pokémon.

These new cards could change the game as we know it. They can exploit the weaknesses of two different types while also benefiting from Support cards belonging to either type. That’s a pretty scary advantage…

Dual Fusion is also split into two packs, something we haven’t seen in a while: Mega Mewtwo X and Pikachu.

“But Anketsu, why Mewtwo and Pikachu?”

Honestly, no idea, guys.

Maybe someone rolled a dice in the office and called it a day. They could have gone with Mega Mewtwo ex and Mega Greninja ex instead, putting the two new Dual-Type Pokémon in the spotlight. But apparently, Pikachu had other plans.

Jokes aside, there’s plenty to look forward to, along with a few pros and cons to weigh up.

In this guide, I’ll take a closer look at the cards worth chasing, the ones that could have the biggest impact on the meta, and some of the best artwork to add to your collection. I’ll also share a few decks worth trying during the first days of Dual Fusion, while everyone’s experimenting and the meta is still wide open.

Now grab a seat, relax, and enjoy the post!

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Is Dual Fusion Worth Opening?

If there’s one thing that makes Dual Fusion stand out, it’s the introduction of Dual-Type Pokémon. We’ve already had a small taste of this mechanic in the past with Urshifu, but this time things are getting serious.

Dual-Type Pokémon challenge one of the most reliable mechanics in Pokémon Pocket: type weaknesses.

Take Mega Mewtwo X, for example. Being both Fighting and Psychic-type means it can deal increased damage to Pokémon belonging to either type’s weakness matchups.

In other words, it has the potential to hit a much wider range of opponents where it hurts the most. Back in the early days of Pocket, getting matched against a Water-type deck while playing Fire was often enough to make you feel like the match was already over.

Now imagine facing a card that can exploit two different weaknesses. That’s a whole new headache for your opponent!

There’s one important detail to keep in mind, though: Dual-Type Pokémon still have only one weakness of their own.

Mega Mewtwo X, for instance, takes an extra 20 damage from Darkness-type Pokémon, rather than being weak to two different types. So while these cards can exploit more weaknesses, they don’t automatically suffer from twice as many themselves.

That’s a pretty sweet deal if you ask me.

And honestly, I think Dual Fusion is an absolute powerhouse from a competitive standpoint. This set could lay the groundwork for the decks and strategies we’ll be playing throughout 2027.

We’ve seen something similar with previous block launches, where cards from the first couple of expansions ended up shaping the following competitive era and remained relevant for a long time.

There’s every reason to believe that the new Dual-Type Pokémon and their supporting cards could have a similar impact.

That also means even veteran players with an extensive collection can’t afford to sit this one out. New support cards could breathe life into existing archetypes, while the Dual-Type Pokémon open up entirely new possibilities.

If you want to keep up with the evolving meta, you’ll definitely want to take a closer look at what Dual Fusion has to offer.

The good news is that this expansion has something for pretty much everyone. If you’re a free-to-play player who’s just getting started, it gives you a solid opportunity to build your collection around a fresh batch of cards.

Collectors have plenty of new artwork to chase, while competitive players get a new set of tools to experiment with and potentially reshape their decks.

Overall, Dual Fusion is much more than I initially expected. Its changes feel substantial rather than cosmetic, and the introduction of Dual-Type Pokémon gives the game a fresh strategic angle to explore.

Pokémon Pocket has a real opportunity to recapture some of the excitement and momentum it had around its original launch. Whether the set will live up to that promise remains to be seen, but the foundations are certainly there.

Which Cards Are Worth Chasing?

If you’re wondering which cards deserve your attention in Dual Fusion, I’d start with the obvious candidates: the new Dual-Type Pokémon.

They’re the main attraction of this expansion, and some of them have the potential to become major players in the competitive scene. However, don’t overlook the more generic Support cards, either.

Cards that can fit into several different archetypes are often just as valuable as the flashy new Pokémon, especially if you’re trying to improve a collection you’ve been building for months.

Among the cards that immediately caught my eye, Mega Mewtwo X ex and Mega Greninja ex stand out as two of the most exciting additions.

Both represent what makes Dual Fusion different from previous expansions, and they’re exactly the kind of cards I’ll be watching closely as players begin experimenting with the new meta.

There are plenty of other cards worth chasing, too. Giratina ex looks like a serious contender, while cards such as Umbreon, Pawmot and Melmetal could provide valuable support for existing strategies.

We’ll take a closer look at these cards when discussing the new decks and the best ways to use them.

Now, can we take a moment to appreciate the artwork in Dual Fusion? Because the artists have really outdone themselves this time. There are so many cards I love in this expansion that choosing favorites wasn’t easy.

Even if you’re not particularly interested in the competitive side of the game, there’s plenty here to get excited about.

The Kanto starter trio gets some fantastic one-star cards, featuring Blastoise, Charizard and Venusaur. And yes, my boy Blastoise finally has something to brag about!
The artwork looks great, and it’s nice to see one of my favorite Pokémon getting some well-deserved attention.

Dialga and Palkia also get a beautiful pair of cards, while Mega Tyranitar, Mega Dragonite and Mega Skarmory are all worth a closer look. But if I had to pick a personal favorite, Mega Mewtwo X ex would be right up there.

This set gives Mewtwo two different full-art cards: a two-star version and a three-star immersive version.

The first has an evocative pose, with Mewtwo surrounded by flying debris, while the immersive artwork goes all-in on its intimidating presence.

Seriously, doesn’t it remind you of Vegeta getting ready for a Big Bang Attack? Maybe it’s just me, but I can absolutely see it.

As for the Crown Rare cards, we have Giratina ex, Fuecoco ex and Pawmot. I have to admit, these weren’t exactly the cards I expected to see at this rarity, but the selection works pretty well overall.

Giratina ex could become a major competitive threat, Pawmot is a useful option for Electric decks thanks to its Energy acceleration, and Fuecoco ex offers a new starting point for Fire-type strategies.

Of the three, Fuecoco is probably the one I’m least convinced by, although I’m happy to be proven wrong.

What New Decks Can You Try?

One of the best things about a new expansion is seeing which decks emerge from all the new cards. Dual Fusion gives us plenty of material to work with, from entirely new strategies built around Dual-Type Pokémon to support cards that could strengthen archetypes that already exist.

Let’s start with the new Dual-Type Pokémon. Mega Mewtwo X ex and Mega Greninja ex are obvious candidates for experimentation, but they’re not the only cards worth considering.

Giratina ex is another particularly promising addition, and I’m curious to see how far players can push its potential once the first builds start appearing.

Then we have the cards that can support a much wider range of strategies. Melmetal is a useful addition for Metal-type decks, while Umbreon looks like a great fit for Darkness decks that need a fast attacker.

Pawmot, meanwhile, offers valuable Energy acceleration for Electric-type strategies.

These are the kinds of cards I like to see in an expansion. They don’t necessarily need to create an entirely new archetype to matter; sometimes, giving an existing deck the missing piece it needed is enough to make it worth playing again.

And if you want to start experimenting right away, I’ve also put together a separate guide featuring the Dual Fusion deck lists. You can browse the builds, find a strategy that catches your eye and decide which one you want to try first.

[Check out all the Dual Fusion decks here!]

Mega Mewtwo or Pikachu: Which Pack Should You Open?

Choosing between the Mega Mewtwo X and Pikachu packs isn’t as straightforward as it might seem. Both contain competitive cards worth chasing, so there’s no obvious loser here.

The best choice really depends on which decks you want to build and which cards are missing from your collection.

The Mega Mewtwo X packs are home to Mega Mewtwo X ex, of course, alongside other valuable additions such as Umbreon, Mega Tyranitar and Giratina ex.

This is also where you’ll find the cards for the Vespiquen and Ribombee deck, making this pack worth considering if that strategy catches your eye.

The Pikachu packs have their own share of heavy hitters. Alongside Pikachu ex, you’ll find Mega Greninja ex, Fuecoco ex, Mega Skarmory and Mega Dragonite.

This pack also contains the pieces for the Rabbit Jumping deck, so there’s plenty to chase beyond its cover Pokémon.

If we’re talking about the cards that stand out most to me competitively, Mega Mewtwo X ex and Giratina ex are major reasons to consider the first pack, while Mega Greninja ex makes a compelling case for the second.

Both sides have some serious potential, and I wouldn’t call either pack a clear winner.

My advice? Choose the pack that best supports the strategy you want to build. If you’re still undecided, take a look at the complete Dual Fusion deck lists before spending your Hourglasses. You might discover that your next favorite deck depends on a card you hadn’t even considered.

And don’t worry too much about making the wrong choice. Both packs have valuable cards, so focus on the decks you want to play rather than trying to guess which pack will dominate the meta.

Dual Fusion Card List and My Thoughts

Below, you’ll find the Dual Fusion card list, along with my thoughts on the cards that caught my attention.
Whether you’re looking for your next competitive addition or simply hunting for beautiful artwork, there’s plenty to explore in this expansion.

If you already know the set, use the button below to skip directly to the next section.

Number	Card name	Type	Rarity
001/131	Bulbasaur	Grass	🔸
002/131	Ivysaur	Grass	🔸
003/131	Venusaur	Grass	🔸🔸🔸
004/131	Exeggcute	Grass	🔸
005/131	Alolan Exeggutor ex	Grass	🔸🔸🔸🔸
006/131	Pinsir	Grass	🔸
007/131	Combee	Grass	🔸
008/131	Vespiquen	Grass	🔸🔸
009/131	Deerling	Grass	🔸
010/131	Sawsbuck	Grass	🔸🔸
011/131	Foongus	Grass	🔸
012/131	Amoonguss	Grass	🔸🔸
013/131	Genesect	Grass	🔸🔸
014/131	Cutiefly	Grass	🔸
015/131	Ribombee	Grass	🔸🔸🔸
016/131	Charmander	Fire	🔸
017/131	Charmeleon	Fire	🔸
018/131	Charizard	Fire	🔸🔸🔸
019/131	Volcanion	Fire	🔸🔸🔸
020/131	Salandit	Fire	🔸
021/131	Salazzle	Fire	🔸🔸
022/131	Scorbunny	Fire	🔸
023/131	Raboot	Fire	🔸🔸
024/131	Cinderace	Fire	🔸🔸🔸
025/131	Fuecoco ex	Fire	🔸🔸🔸🔸
026/131	Charcadet	Fire	🔸
027/131	Armarouge	Fire	🔸🔸
028/131	Ceruledge	Fire	🔸🔸
029/131	Squirtle	Water	🔸
030/131	Wartortle	Water	🔸
031/131	Blastoise	Water	🔸🔸🔸
032/131	Seel	Water	🔸
033/131	Dewgong	Water	🔸🔸
034/131	Shellder	Water	🔸
035/131	Cloyster	Water	🔸🔸
036/131	Jynx	Water	🔸
037/131	Lapras	Water	🔸🔸
038/131	Palkia	Water	🔸🔸🔸
039/131	Basculin	Water	🔸
040/131	Froakie	Water	🔸
041/131	Frogadier	Water	🔸🔸
042/131	Mega Greninja ex	Water/Darkness	🔸🔸🔸🔸
043/131	Pikachu ex	Lightning	🔸🔸🔸🔸
044/131	Voltorb	Lightning	🔸
045/131	Electrode	Lightning	🔸🔸
046/131	Stunfisk	Lightning	🔸
047/131	Zeraora	Lightning	🔸🔸🔸
048/131	Pawmi	Lightning	🔸
049/131	Pawmo	Lightning	🔸
050/131	Pawmot	Lightning	🔸🔸🔸
051/131	Jigglypuff	Psychic	🔸
052/131	Wigglytuff	Psychic	🔸🔸
053/131	Abra	Psychic	🔸
054/131	Kadabra	Psychic	🔸
055/131	Alakazam	Psychic	🔸🔸
056/131	Mega Mewtwo X ex	Psychic/Fighting	🔸🔸🔸🔸
057/131	Mew ex	Psychic	🔸🔸🔸🔸
058/131	Marill	Psychic	🔸
059/131	Azumarill	Psychic	🔸🔸
060/131	Espeon	Psychic	🔸🔸
061/131	Wobbuffet	Psychic	🔸
062/131	Deoxys	Psychic	🔸🔸🔸
063/131	Mimikyu	Psychic	🔸
064/131	Cosmog	Psychic	🔸
065/131	Cosmoem	Psychic	🔸🔸
066/131	Lunala	Psychic	🔸🔸🔸
067/131	Diglett	Fighting	🔸
068/131	Dugtrio	Fighting	🔸🔸
069/131	Rhyhorn	Fighting	🔸
070/131	Rhydon	Fighting	🔸
071/131	Rhyperior	Fighting	🔸🔸🔸
072/131	Sudowoodo	Fighting	🔸
073/131	Paldean Wooper	Fighting	🔸
074/131	Paldean Clodsire	Fighting	🔸🔸🔸
075/131	Larvitar	Fighting	🔸
076/131	Pupitar	Fighting	🔸🔸
077/131	Barboach	Fighting	🔸
078/131	Whiscash	Fighting	🔸🔸
079/131	Rockruff	Fighting	🔸
080/131	Lycanroc ex	Fighting	🔸🔸🔸🔸
081/131	Gastly	Darkness	🔸
082/131	Haunter	Darkness	🔸
083/131	Gengar	Darkness	🔸🔸🔸
084/131	Umbreon	Darkness	🔸🔸
085/131	Mega Tyranitar ex	Darkness	🔸🔸🔸🔸
086/131	Seviper	Darkness	🔸
087/131	Zorua	Darkness	🔸
088/131	Zoroark	Darkness	🔸🔸🔸
089/131	Nickit	Darkness	🔸
090/131	Thievul	Darkness	🔸🔸
091/131	Mega Skarmory ex	Metal	🔸🔸🔸🔸
092/131	Dialga	Metal	🔸🔸🔸
093/131	Ferroseed	Metal	🔸
094/131	Ferrothorn	Metal	🔸🔸
095/131	Solgaleo	Metal	🔸🔸🔸
096/131	Meltan	Metal	🔸
097/131	Melmetal	Metal	🔸🔸🔸
098/131	Dratini	Dragon	🔸
099/131	Dragonair	Dragon	🔸
100/131	Mega Dragonite ex	Dragon	🔸🔸🔸🔸
101/131	Giratina ex	Dragon	🔸🔸🔸🔸
102/131	Pidgey	Colorless	🔸
103/131	Pidgeotto	Colorless	🔸
104/131	Pidgeot	Colorless	🔸🔸🔸
105/131	Spearow	Colorless	🔸
106/131	Fearow	Colorless	🔸🔸
107/131	Eevee	Colorless	🔸
108/131	Porygon	Colorless	🔸
109/131	Porygon2	Colorless	🔸🔸
110/131	Porygon-Z	Colorless	🔸🔸🔸
111/131	Snorlax	Colorless	🔸🔸
112/131	Zangoose	Colorless	🔸
113/131	Bidoof	Colorless	🔸
114/131	Bibarel	Colorless	🔸🔸
115/131	Buneary	Colorless	🔸
116/131	Lopunny	Colorless	🔸🔸
117/131	Stufful	Colorless	🔸
118/131	Bewear ex	Colorless	🔸🔸🔸🔸
119/131	Sweet Honey	Item	🔸🔸
120/131	Super Potion	Item	🔸🔸
121/131	Max Repel	Item	🔸🔸
122/131	Full Heal	Item	🔸🔸
123/131	Eviolite	Tool	🔸🔸
124/131	Light Ball	Tool	🔸🔸
125/131	Lorelei	Supporter	🔸🔸
126/131	Blue’s Provocation	Supporter	🔸🔸
127/131	Serena’s Choice	Supporter	🔸🔸
128/131	Rika	Supporter	🔸🔸
129/131	Poké Mart Guy	Supporter	🔸🔸
130/131	Rising Star	Supporter	🔸🔸
131/131	Abandoned Station	Stadium	🔸🔸
132/131	Venusaur	Grass	⭐
133/131	Exeggcute	Grass	⭐
134/131	Deerling	Grass	⭐
135/131	Ribombee	Grass	⭐
136/131	Charizard	Fire	⭐
137/131	Raboot	Fire	⭐
138/131	Ceruledge	Fire	⭐
139/131	Blastoise	Water	⭐
140/131	Palkia	Water	⭐
141/131	Frogadier	Water	⭐
142/131	Pawmot	Lightning	⭐
143/131	Mimikyu	Psychic	⭐
144/131	Cosmoem	Psychic	⭐
145/131	Larvitar	Fighting	⭐
146/131	Pupitar	Fighting	⭐
147/131	Paldean Clodsire	Fighting	⭐
148/131	Gengar	Darkness	⭐
149/131	Dialga	Metal	⭐
150/131	Melmetal	Metal	⭐
151/131	Bidoof	Colorless	⭐
152/131	Sweet Honey	Item	⭐
153/131	Alolan Exeggutor ex	Grass	⭐⭐
154/131	Fuecoco ex	Fire	⭐⭐
155/131	Mega Greninja ex	Water/Darkness	⭐⭐
156/131	Pikachu ex	Lightning	⭐⭐
157/131	Mega Mewtwo X ex	Psychic/Fighting	⭐⭐
158/131	Mew ex	Psychic	⭐⭐
159/131	Lycanroc ex	Fighting	⭐⭐
160/131	Mega Tyranitar ex	Darkness	⭐⭐
161/131	Mega Skarmory ex	Metal	⭐⭐
162/131	Mega Dragonite ex	Dragon	⭐⭐
163/131	Giratina ex	Dragon	⭐⭐
164/131	Bewear ex	Colorless	⭐⭐
165/131	Lorelei	Supporter	⭐⭐
166/131	Blue’s Provocation	Supporter	⭐⭐
167/131	Serena’s Choice	Supporter	⭐⭐
168/131	Rika	Supporter	⭐⭐
169/131	Poké Mart Guy	Supporter	⭐⭐
170/131	Rising Star	Supporter	⭐⭐
171/131	Alolan Exeggutor ex	Grass	⭐⭐
172/131	Fuecoco ex	Fire	⭐⭐
173/131	Mega Greninja ex	Water/Darkness	⭐⭐
174/131	Pikachu ex	Lightning	⭐⭐
175/131	Mega Mewtwo X ex	Psychic/Fighting	⭐⭐
176/131	Mew ex	Psychic	⭐⭐
177/131	Lycanroc ex	Fighting	⭐⭐
178/131	Mega Tyranitar ex	Darkness	⭐⭐
179/131	Mega Skarmory ex	Metal	⭐⭐
180/131	Mega Dragonite ex	Dragon	⭐⭐
181/131	Giratina ex	Dragon	⭐⭐
182/131	Bewear ex	Colorless	⭐⭐
183/131	Pikachu ex	Lightning	⭐⭐⭐
184/131	Jigglypuff	Psychic	⭐⭐⭐
185/131	Mega Mewtwo X ex	Psychic/Fighting	⭐⭐⭐
186/131	Umbreon	Darkness	⭐⭐⭐
187/131	Celebi	Grass	✴️
188/131	Treecko	Grass	✴️
189/131	Grovyle	Grass	✴️
190/131	Cyndaquil	Fire	✴️
191/131	Quilava	Fire	✴️
192/131	Seel	Water	✴️
193/131	Dewgong	Water	✴️
194/131	Pachirisu	Lightning	✴️
195/131	Abra	Psychic	✴️
196/131	Kadabra	Psychic	✴️
197/131	Alakazam	Psychic	✴️
198/131	Lunala	Psychic	✴️
199/131	Rhyhorn	Fighting	✴️
200/131	Rhydon	Fighting	✴️
201/131	Morpeko	Darkness	✴️
202/131	Solgaleo	Metal	✴️
203/131	Spearow	Colorless	✴️
204/131	Fearow	Colorless	✴️
205/131	Hisuian Zorua	Colorless	✴️
206/131	Stufful	Colorless	✴️
207/131	Mega Sceptile ex	Grass	✴️✴️
208/131	Typhlosion ex	Fire	✴️✴️
209/131	Mega Gallade ex	Fighting	✴️✴️
210/131	Lycanroc ex	Fighting	✴️✴️
211/131	Mega Dragonite ex	Dragon	✴️✴️
212/131	Mega Audino ex	Colorless	✴️✴️
213/131	Hisuian Zoroark ex	Colorless	✴️✴️
214/131	Bewear ex	Colorless	✴️✴️
215/131	Fuecoco ex	Fire	👑
216/131	Pawmot	Lightning	👑
217/131	Giratina ex	Dragon	👑

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Final Thoughts

Dual Fusion is a fantastic start for the C Series, bringing fresh mechanics, promising cards, and some gorgeous artwork to collect.

I’m especially curious to see what Mega Mewtwo X ex, Mega Greninja ex, and Giratina ex can achieve once the meta starts taking shape. There are plenty of new strategies to experiment with, and I can’t wait to see which decks come out on top.

What about you?
Which cards are you chasing, and what decks are you trying first?
Let me know in the comments!

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