The Pokémon TCG community has been buzzing since the launch of The Triumphant Light expansion, which introduced 96 new cards and reshaped the game's meta. This new set not only brings a fresh booster pack to the table but also introduces the mythical Pokémon, Arceus, and a groundbreaking battle mechanic.
Arceus's grand entrance, paired with the introduction of Link Abilities, has significantly altered gameplay dynamics. These new abilities allow Pokémon to execute combined effects, especially when playing with Arceus or Arceus EX, adding depth and strategy to every match.
Arceus EX
The star of Triumphant Light is undoubtedly Arceus EX, classified under the coveted four-diamond rarity. With its Fabled Lustre ability, Arceus becomes immune to all special conditions, while its Ultimate Force attack deals 70 damage plus additional damage for each benched Pokémon. Here are the key 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 also enhances the capabilities of other Pokémon through its Link Abilities, including Power Link, Resilience Link, Vigor Link, Speed Link, and Cunning Link. These abilities revolutionize gameplay, offering powerful synergies and a dynamic playstyle.
Other Prominent Cards
Alongside Arceus, other standout cards in the Triumphant Light set include:
- Leafeon EX with Solar Beam and Forest Breath abilities.
- Carnivine with Power Link ability and Vine Whip.
- Glaceon EX with Snow Terrain and Freezing Wind abilities.
- Crobat with Darkness Fang and Cunning Link ability.
- Probopass, boasting a formidable defensive stat of 90.
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Decks
As the meta evolves, here are some of the top decks emerging 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, including 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. Adaman and Irida stand out as key supporters, with Irida able to heal 40 damage and Adaman capable of reducing damage to metal-type Pokémon.
Conclusion
While the Triumphant Light set may be smaller than sets like Genetic Apex or Space-Time Smackdown, it packs a punch with its potent cards. Acquiring all the top cards will require both luck and investment. The addition of Link Abilities opens up new strategic possibilities, ensuring that the meta will continue to evolve. If you're considering diving into the Pokémon TCG, there's no better time than now to join the fray.
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