Paradise Dragona: A Preview of the Latest Pokémon TCG Set
- Stew @ PokéPortal
- Sep 9, 2024
- 3 min read
The upcoming Japanese set Paradise Dragona is set to release on September 13th, and it promises a plethora of exciting new cards for Pokémon TCG enthusiasts.
This set, created to celebrate 2024’s Year of the Dragon, primarily features Dragon-type Pokémon and includes several rare and special illustrations, trainers, and supporter cards. Many of these cards are expected to be part of the Surging Sparks set, which will be released in November. Here is a detailed look at some of the key cards revealed from the Paradise Dragona set.
Special Illustration Rare: Lisia’s Appeal
A special illustration rare print of Lisia’s Appeal has been revealed, showcasing a beautiful new artwork for this popular trainer card. The card will be released as part of Paradise Dragona in Japan on September 13th, and is expected to be included in the Surging Sparks set later this year.
Lisia’s Appeal – Trainer (Supporter)
Effect: Switch one of your opponent’s Benched Basic Pokémon to the Active Spot. The new Active Pokémon is now Confused.
Note: You may play only one Supporter card during your turn.
New Pokémon Cards: Turtonator and Iron Crown
Two new Pokémon cards, Turtonator and Iron Crown, have also been revealed from the Paradise Dragona set.
Turtonator – Dragon Type – HP 120
[R] Burn to a Crisp: Discard an Energy from your opponent’s Active Pokémon ex.
[R][C][C] Steaming Stomp: 100 damage.
Weakness: None
Resistance: None
Retreat Cost: 3
Iron Crown – Metal Type – HP 130
[M][C] Deleting Slash: 40+ damage. If your opponent has 3 or more Benched Pokémon, this attack does 80 more damage.
[M][C][C] Slicing Blade: 100 damage.
Weakness: Fire (x2)
Resistance: Grass (-30)
Retreat Cost: 2
Full Art Black Kyurem ex
Another exciting addition to Paradise Dragona is the full art version of Black Kyurem ex. This card not only features stunning artwork but also introduces some powerful new attacks for Water-type decks.
Black Kyurem ex – Water Type – HP 230
[C][C][C] Ice Age: 90 damage. If your opponent’s Active Pokémon is a [N] Pokémon, it is now Paralyzed.
[W][W][C][C] Black Frost: 250 damage. This Pokémon also does 30 damage to itself.
Weakness: Metal (x2)
Resistance: None
Retreat Cost: 3
Drasna: A New Trainer Supporter
The new Supporter card Drasna has also been revealed. As one of the Dragon-type specialists featured in the set, Drasna offers a unique effect that could prove useful in many different deck strategies.
Drasna – Trainer (Supporter)
Effect: Shuffle your hand into your deck and flip a coin. If heads, draw 8 cards. If tails, draw 3 cards.
Note: You may play only one Supporter card during your turn.
Main Set Overview and Secret Rares
All 64 cards from the Paradise Dragona main set have been revealed, including several new secret rare cards:
The set prominently features Dragon-type Pokémon such as Alolan Exeggutor, Gouging Fire, and Latias, and highlights Dragon-type specialists like Lisia and Drayton.
Themed After Blueberry Academy’s Artificial Terrarium
According to the Surging Sparks set description, the cards in Paradise Dragona are inspired by Blueberry Academy’s artificial Terrarium. This tropical paradise setting, which explains the presence of Dragon-type Pokémon in the booster pack artwork, includes environments like the Coastal Dome where Pokémon such as Alolan Exeggutor can be found despite their original regions.
Conclusion
With a release date of September 13th in Japan, Paradise Dragona is set to bring a host of new and exciting cards to the Pokémon TCG. The inclusion of rare cards, new Supporters, and powerful Pokémon ensures that this set will be eagerly anticipated by collectors and competitive players alike. As we wait for the international release of these cards in the Surging Sparks set in November, the Pokémon TCG community is buzzing with excitement over what Paradise Dragona will bring to the game.
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