My interest in Pokemon TCG Pocket tends to ebb and flow. I get deeply engaged whenever a new set is released and continue playing as long as there are Emblems to earn for accumulating around 40 wins. Once that's done, my routine shifts to logging in, opening packs, doing a Wonder Pick for fun, and then moving on until the next day. This cycle is set to repeat with the arrival of the latest expansion, Shining Revelry, on March 27th.
Shining Revelry will bring 110 new cards to TCG Pocket, featuring a mix of new Ex Pokemon, Trainers, and those stunning art cards we've grown to adore. The highlight, hinted at by the expansion's name, is the inclusion of Shiny Pokemon! For those new to the concept, these are unique color variants of your beloved Pokemon. For instance, Lucario turns yellow instead of blue, and Pachirisu boasts a striking pink stripe.
The trailer, which you can view below, offers a tantalizing glimpse of what's in store. A new Shiny Charizard Ex is set to debut with 180 HP and an attack called Steam Artillery, dishing out a massive 150 damage. The catch? It demands five energy cards. Five! Thankfully, its other move, Stoke, lets you attach three Fire Energy at once, making it a bit more manageable.
Another exciting addition is Lucario Ex. Previously more of a support in the Space-Time Smackdown expansion, this iteration of the Aura Pokemon is ready to take a more aggressive stance in battle. With 150 HP, it may not be the most robust, but its Aura Sphere attack is promising. For three Fighting Energy, it delivers 100 damage and also hits one of your opponent's Benched Pokemon for 30.
The trailer also teases other cards that, while not game-changers, are still noteworthy. Shiny Wiglett, Pachirisu, and Varoom are all making their way into the game, looking absolutely fabulous. Additionally, there's a stunning Tatsugiri art rare that I'm eager to add to my digital collection.
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