Step aside, mundane card games—Zeonians are taking the helm in the explosive debut of the Gundam Card Game’s ST03 starter deck, Zeon’s Rush. If you’ve ever fantasized about leading Char Aznable’s elite forces or strategizing as Full Frontal from the safety of your gaming table, your dreams are about to come true. Forget dodging beam sabers or bazooka blasts, though; this time, the only weapon you need is your strategic prowess.
Freshly unsheathing itself into the card game universe, Zeon’s Rush comes with all the necessary accoutrements to sling you headfirst into battle. It is a cornucopia of card-based power, divided into two editions that cater to both the casual pilot and the die-hard collector lurking within every Gundam enthusiast.
The Standard Edition is a complete starter kit that floods your arsenal with all the essentials needed to set your battle strategy in motion. At its core is a robust, ready-to-rock 50-card deck that doesn’t just dawdle around. Prepare for a relentless onslaught of offensive and defensive maneuvers. Accompanying this fearsome pile of cardboard might is a collection of 10 Resource Cards. These are the backbone of your strategic planning, fueling your drive for domination in the mechanical melee.
Backup is always a welcome presence, which is why this deck includes 8 Token Cards. These reinforcements are a godsend in the heat of battle, proving once again that having backup is always crucial, even in paper warfare. For those moments when calculations become a blur, a trusty paper damage counter is included to keep those hit points in check.
Since diving headfirst into battle without a guide might lead to an unfortunate digital demise, a rule and playsheet accompanies the deck to help you navigate the intricacies of Gundam warfare. And for those who like a little sparkle in their game, there’s a special bonus pack featuring a shiny full-art holographic card straight from the deck itself, ready to bedazzle opponents into submission.
For the connoisseurs seeking an extra layer of excitement, the Special Edition takes all the aforementioned thrills and adds three irresistible toppings. This edition packs not just cards, but also three Gundam Assemble miniatures that bring Char’s Zaku II, Zaku II (Heat Hawk), and Zaku II (Hyper Bazooka) into your tactile universe. Arrange them on your desktop to envision dynamic reenactments, you know, for when imagining isn’t enough.
Delving into the deck, one will find themselves immersed in the pulsating essence of Red and Green colors, delivering the best of Zeon might from the classic Anime Mobile Suit Gundam series. The lineup salutes legendary campaigners like Char Aznable, aka the Red Comet, and Full Frontal with a rousing troop of Zaku units. One can never have enough Zaku, especially when plotting galactic conquest.
The common cards in the deck enchant any player who wants to relive the intense planetary skirmishes all over again. From Angelo’s Geara Zulu and the fearsome Gaza D to the infamous Zaku I and II, each card is a piece of Gundam history waiting to unfurl in a game of tactical supremacy. While the value of these cards may be common, the strategies they inspire are anything but.
Of course, any self-respecting card game needs an element of mystery. Cue the Legendary Rares, whose specifics are locked away in a vault of secrecy. After all, even the forces of Zeon need a few tricks hidden up their mechanical sleeves to keep adversaries on their toes.
For pilots primed for initial forays and seasoned strategists ready to relive decades of warfare, Zeon’s Rush is a majestic addition to the realm of Gundam card games. So, secure your helmet, shuffle your cards, and let out a proud “Sieg Zeon!”—your destiny in the mobile suit arena awaits.