The Pokémon TCG landscape has been significantly altered by the arrival of the Triumphant Light expansion. This set introduces 96 new cards, including the mythical Pokémon Arceus, and a game-changing new mechanic: Link Abilities. The result? A dynamic and evolving meta ripe for exploration.

Arceus's introduction, alongside Link Abilities, has revolutionized gameplay. These abilities allow Pokémon to unleash combined effects when paired with Arceus or Arceus EX, creating exciting strategic possibilities.

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 Ultimate Force delivers a devastating 70 damage plus additional damage for each benched Pokémon. Here's a quick look at 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 partners through various Link Abilities: Power Link, Resilience Link, Vigor Link, Speed Link, and Cunning Link. These links create powerful synergies and encourage dynamic playstyles.

Other Notable Cards

Beyond Arceus EX, Triumphant Light features 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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Recommended Decks

The shifting meta has given rise to several top-tier decks:

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 expansion adds 75 base set cards and 21 rare cards, for a total of 96 cards, including several rare cards and one hyper rare card. Key Trainer and Supporter cards include Adaman, Irida, Barry, and the Celestic Town Elder. Adaman and Irida are particularly impactful, with Irida healing 40 damage and Adaman mitigating damage against Metal-type Pokémon.

Conclusion

While smaller than expansions like Genetic Apex or Space-Time Smackdown, Triumphant Light packs a powerful punch. Its new Link Abilities have opened up exciting new strategic avenues, making it an excellent time to jump into the game, though securing the best cards may require some luck (and perhaps a healthy budget!).