The Pokemon TCG landscape has been revolutionized with the introduction of the Triumphant Light expansion, injecting 96 fresh cards into the mix and sparking a dynamic shift in the meta. This expansion not only brings a new booster pack to the table but also introduces the mythical Pokemon, Arceus, alongside an innovative battle mechanic known as Link Abilities.
The arrival of Arceus and the implementation of Link Abilities have transformed gameplay significantly. These abilities allow Pokemon to execute combined effects when Arceus or Arceus EX are in play, opening up a plethora of strategic possibilities.
Arceus EX
The crown jewel of the Triumphant Light set is undoubtedly Arceus EX, classified under the prestigious four-diamond rarity. Arceus's Fabled Lustre ability grants immunity to all special conditions, while its Ultimate Force attack deals 70 damage plus additional damage for each benched Pokemon. Here are the detailed stats for 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 EX also enhances the capabilities of other Pokemon through its Link Abilities, which include Power Link, Resilience Link, Vigor Link, Speed Link, and Cunning Link. These abilities are pivotal, offering players the chance to craft powerful and versatile strategies.
Other Prominent Game Cards
Alongside Arceus EX, other notable cards in the Triumphant Light set include:
- Leafeon EX with Solar Beam and Forest Breath abilities.
- Carnivine with Power Link and Vine Whip.
- Glaceon EX featuring Snow Terrain and Freezing Wind.
- Crobat with Darkness Fang and Cunning Link.
- Probopass, boasting a formidable defensive stat of 90.
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Decks
As the meta evolves, here are some of the top-performing decks featuring cards from the Triumphant Light set:
- Deck 1: Arceus EX & Dialga 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 expansion adds 75 base set cards and 21 marvelous cards, totaling 96 cards. This includes several rare cards and one hyper rare card. Key trainer and supporter cards such as Adaman, Irida, Barry, and the Celestic Town Elder are also introduced. Notably, Irida can heal 40 damage, while Adaman reduces damage taken by metal-type Pokemon.
Conclusion
While the Triumphant Light set may be smaller compared to sets like Genetic Apex or Space-Time Smackdown, it packs a punch with its compact yet powerful card lineup. Securing all the top cards might require both luck and a significant investment. The introduction of Link Abilities promises to evolve battle strategies further, making now an exciting time to dive into the game.
