Pokémon TCG Pocket Triumphant Light Expansion Guide

The Pokémon TCG landscape has been dramatically reshaped by the arrival of the Triumphant Light expansion. This exciting new set introduces 96 cards, including the mythical Pokémon Arceus, and a groundbreaking new battle mechanic: Link Abilities. This has led to a rapidly evolving meta, creating exciting new possibilities for players.

Arceus's introduction and the implementation of Link Abilities have fundamentally altered gameplay. These abilities allow Pokémon to unleash combined effects when paired with Arceus or Arceus EX, creating powerful synergistic strategies.

Arceus EX

The crown jewel of Triumphant Light is undoubtedly Arceus EX, a four-diamond rarity card. Its Fabled Lustre ability grants immunity to special conditions, while its Ultimate Force attack deals 70 damage plus additional damage for each of your benched Pokémon. Here's a breakdown of its stats:

• Rarity: Four-Diamond
• HP: 140
• Attack (Ultimate Force): 70 + (Damage for each benched Pokémon)
• Energy Cost: Three Colorless
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Fighting
• Ability: Fabled Lustre

Arceus also enhances its allies through various Link Abilities: Power Link, Resilience Link, Vigor Link, Speed Link, and Cunning Link. These links provide powerful combinations and dynamic gameplay, offering strategic depth for players.

Other Notable Cards

Beyond Arceus EX, Triumphant Light boasts other powerful cards, including:

• Leafeon EX (Solar Beam, Forest Breath)
• Carnivine (Power Link, Vine Whip)
• Glaceon EX (Snow Terrain, Freezing Wind)
• Crobat (Cunning Link, Darkness Fang)
• Probopass (90 HP)

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Top Decks

The evolving meta has spawned several strong deck archetypes in Triumphant Light:

1. Arceus EX & Dialga EX
2. Arceus EX & Carnivine
3. Arceus EX & Darkrai EX
4. Darkrai EX & Staraptor
5. Leafeon EX & Celebi EX
6. Arceus EX & Crobat
7. Infernape EX & Arceus EX

Featured Cards

The Triumphant Light set contains 75 base set cards and 21 rare 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 included. 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 expansions like Genetic Apex or Space-Time Smackdown, Triumphant Light packs a powerful punch. Securing all the best cards might require some luck (and a healthy budget!), but the introduction of Link Abilities has created a dynamic new meta, making it an exciting time to join the Pokémon TCG. New strategies are constantly emerging, ensuring a vibrant and competitive scene.