The Pokémon TCG landscape has been dramatically reshaped by the arrival of the Triumphant Light expansion. This set introduces 96 new cards, igniting a rapidly evolving meta and exciting new gameplay possibilities. The expansion's centerpiece is the legendary Pokémon Arceus, alongside a groundbreaking new battle mechanic: Link Abilities.
Arceus's introduction and the implementation of Link Abilities have fundamentally altered Pokémon TCG strategy. These abilities allow Pokémon to unleash combined effects when paired with Arceus or Arceus EX, creating dynamic and powerful team combinations.
Arceus EX
The crown jewel of Triumphant Light, Arceus EX boasts a four-diamond rarity. Its Fabled Lustre Ability grants immunity to special conditions, while its Ultimate Force attack delivers 70 damage plus additional damage for each of your benched Pokémon. Here's a quick look at its stats:
- Rarity: Four-Diamond
- HP: 140
- Attack: 70
- Energy Cost: Three Colorless
- Retreat Cost: 2
- Weakness: Fighting
- Ability: Fabled Lustre
- Attack: Ultimate Force
Arceus also enhances its allied Pokémon through various Link Abilities: Power Link, Resilience Link, Vigor Link, Speed Link, and Cunning Link. These abilities unlock potent synergies and encourage creative deck building.
Other Notable Cards
Beyond Arceus EX, Triumphant Light features several other impactful cards, including:
- Leafeon EX (Solar Beam, Forest Breath)
- Carnivine (Power Link, Vine Whip)
- Glaceon EX (Snow Terrain, Freezing Wind)
- Crobat (Darkness Fang, Cunning Link)
- Probopass (90 HP)
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Top Decks
The evolving meta has given rise to several powerful deck archetypes in Triumphant Light:
- Arceus EX & Dialga EX
- Arceus EX & Carnivine
- Arceus EX & Darkrai EX
- Darkrai EX & Staraptor
- Leafeon EX & Celebi EX
- Arceus EX & Crobat
- Infernape EX & Arceus EX
Featured Cards
This expansion adds 75 base set cards and 21 rare cards, totaling 96 cards, including several rare 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 are particularly noteworthy, with Irida capable of healing 40 damage and Adaman reducing damage taken by Metal-type Pokémon.
Conclusion
While smaller than sets like Genetic Apex or Space-Time Smackdown, Triumphant Light packs a powerful punch. Securing the best cards will require both luck and a bit of investment. The introduction of Link Abilities has opened up a world of strategic possibilities, making it an exciting time to jump into the Pokémon TCG.
