Should You Open the Dialga or Palkia Pack First in Pokemon TCG Pocket

The *Pokémon TCG Pocket* Space-Time Smackdown booster packs have arrived, shaking up the meta with a fresh influx of cards. Unlike the smaller Mythical Island release, players face a choice: Dialga packs or Palkia packs. This guide helps you decide.

How to Identify Dialga vs. Palkia Pack Contents

The Space-Time Smackdown set offers two distinct packs, easily identified by the featured Legendary Pokémon on the pack art—Dialga or Palkia. Similar to the Genetic Apex set, each pack contains a slightly different card pool. To view the specific card contents and their pull rates for either pack, simply hover over the pack image on the booster pack selection screen and select "Offering Rates." This will display a complete list of included cards and their probabilities.

With 207 cards in the set, and some being pack-exclusive, prioritizing your pack choices is key. Focus on the pack containing your most sought-after exclusive cards.

Dialga vs. Palkia: Which Packs to Prioritize?

Your pack choice in Pokémon TCG Pocket hinges on your goals. Target specific Pokémon? Prioritize the pack containing them. Aim for meta dominance? Focus on cards excelling in Pokémon TCG Pocket battles. Let's examine each pack's highlights:

Dialga Pack: High-Priority Exclusives

Dialga packs boast several powerful EX cards: Dialga EX, Yanmega EX, Gallade EX, and Darkrai EX. Players building decks around these should prioritize Dialga packs. Additionally, exclusive illustration rares and Trainer cards, including Dawn and Volkner support cards, and Bidoof, are found only in Dialga packs.

Palkia Pack: High-Priority Exclusives

Naturally, Palkia EX is exclusive to Palkia packs. While offering fewer high-profile EX cards than Dialga (Lickilicky EX, Weavile EX, and Mismagius EX), Palkia packs feature unique support cards like Mars and Cynthia, potentially forming the foundation of a distinct strategy.

Final Verdict: Dialga or Palkia?

Dialga packs appear to offer a more competitive edge due to their powerful EX cards. However, Palkia packs provide valuable support cards for crafting unique strategies. Ultimately, prioritize the pack containing your most desired cards. Save your Pack Hourglasses and Pack Points to complete your collection.

Pokémon TCG Pocket is available now on mobile devices.