The Pokemon Trading Card Game (TCG) has experienced a significant shake-up with the introduction of the Triumphant Light expansion, which adds 96 new cards and reshapes the game's meta. This expansion not only introduces a new booster pack but also brings the mythical Pokemon, Arceus, into the fray along with a groundbreaking battle mechanic.
The arrival of Arceus and the introduction of Link Abilities have revolutionized gameplay within the Pokemon TCG. These new abilities allow Pokemon to execute combined effects, particularly when playing with Arceus or Arceus EX, leading to dynamic and strategic gameplay shifts.
Arceus EX
Arceus stands out as the star of the Triumphant Light set, boasting a four-diamond rarity. Its Fabled Lustre ability grants immunity to all special conditions, while its Ultimate Force attack delivers 70 damage plus additional damage for each benched Pokemon. Here's a detailed look at Arceus EX:
- Rarity: four-diamond, 2-star, 3-star, crown
- HP: 140
- ATK: 70
- ATK Energy: Three Colorless
- Retreat Cost: 2
- Weakness: Fighting
- Ability: Fabled Lustre
- Attack: Ultimate Force
Arceus also enhances the abilities of other Pokemon through its Link Abilities, including Power Link, Resilience Link, Vigor Link, Speed Link, and Cunning Link, which enable powerful combinations and a versatile play style.
Other Prominent Game Cards
Alongside Arceus, the Triumphant Light set features several other notable cards:
- Leafeon EX with Solar Beam and Forest Breath abilities
- Carnivine with Power Link and Vine Whip
- Glaceon EX with Snow Terrain and Freezing Wind
- Crobat with Darkness Fang and Cunning Link
- Probopass with a formidable defensive unit of 90
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Decks
The evolving meta has inspired new deck compositions for the Triumphant Light expansion:
- Deck 1: Arceus EX & Dialaga EX
- Deck 2: Arceus EX & Carnivine
- Deck 3: Arceus EX & Darkrai EX
- Deck 4: Darkrai EX & Staraptor
- Deck 5: Leafeon EX & Celebi EX
- Deck 6: Arceus EX & Crobat
- Deck 7: Infernape EX & Arceus EX
Featured Cards
The Triumphant Light set introduces 75 base set cards and 21 marvelous cards, totaling 96 cards, including several rare cards and one hyper rare card. Key trainer and supporter cards like Adaman, Irida, Barry, and the Celestic Town Elder are also featured. Notably, Irida can heal 40 damage, while Adaman reduces damage on metal type monsters.
Conclusion
Despite being smaller than sets like Genetic Apex or Space-Time Smackdown, Triumphant Light packs a powerful punch with its compact yet impactful card lineup. Securing the best cards may require both luck and investment, but the introduction of Link abilities promises new strategic depths and evolving gameplay. For newcomers and veterans alike, there's never been a more exciting time to dive into the world of Pokemon TCG.