My interest in Pokemon TCG Pocket tends to ebb and flow. I dive in headfirst whenever a new set drops and stay engaged as long as there are Emblems to earn for notching around 40 victories. After that, my routine shifts to logging in, opening my daily packs, doing a Wonder Pick for fun, and then forgetting about it 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 enrich TCG Pocket with 110 new cards, encompassing a variety of new Ex Pokemon, Trainer cards, and those stunning art cards we've all come to adore. The highlight, hinted at by the expansion's name, is the inclusion of Shiny Pokemon. These are unique color variants of your beloved creatures. Imagine a yellow Lucario instead of blue, or a Pachirisu with a striking pink stripe.
The trailer, which you can view below, offers just a sneak peek of what's in store. One standout is the new Shiny Charizard Ex, boasting 180 HP and an attack called Steam Artillery that packs a punch with 150 damage. However, it comes with a steep cost of five energy. Thankfully, its other move, Stoke, lets you attach three Fire Energy cards at once, making it more manageable.
Another exciting addition is Lucario Ex. Previously more of a support in the Space-Time Smackdown expansion, this version of the Aura Pokemon is now ready to take center stage in battles. With 150 HP, it might not be the most durable, but its Aura Sphere attack is compelling, delivering 100 damage for three Fighting Energy and an additional 30 to one of your opponent's Benched Pokemon.
The trailer also showcases other cards that, while not game-changers, are still impressive. Shiny Wiglett, Pachirisu, and Varoom are on their way, looking splendid. Additionally, there's a captivating Tatsugiri art rare that I'm determined to add to my digital collection.
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