I know I am a little late on this update, but I just got back from vacation. The trip was great but now its time to get back on schedule. The Versus Royal Knights set has released and we got a few more reveals that have gotten me excited for the set. Always check with your LGS if they carry Digimon, but you can find the new set on TCG Player if they don’t. If you’ve been enjoying these updates, don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe, and share this with your friends.
Versus Royal Knights Box Toppers
The box toppers aren’t the most exciting I’ve seen, but I could always use some full art tamer cards. This set will feature trainers Digimon Savers.
Versus Royal Knights Alt Art Cards
This set has some very cool alt cards that I need in my binder. The gold cards in this set are sick!
The rest of the full art cards have gotten me very excited for this set. The art is so good!
More Versus Royal Knights Reveals
I wasn’t excited about the initial reveals, but they really did leave the best for last.
Beezlemon Premium Binder Set Preorder
Preorders for the Beezlemon binder set are still open. This is a cool product to buy into if you like Beezlemon and want some of the alt art cards to spice up your deck. The bundle comes with two copies of four new unique alt cards and a binder for your cards. The alt cards look sick and Premium Bandia merch always looks great quality out of the box.
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I’ve always enjoyed the village builder genre a bit more than I should. I can lose weeks playing a good village builder, and I will always recommend the genre to those looking for a casual and relaxing experience with enough of a challenge to stay engaging. I typically do my best to avoid titles in the genre because of how much time I end up spending on them, but I like to keep my eye out for what’s available just in case.
I’ve been eyeing The Wandering Village for a while now, but I have been strong enough to not pull the trigger. The art is cute, the music score is nice, and the gameplay is what I’d expect from a cute and casual village builder. Now is a great time to get into the game because it is now available on Game Pass for both Xbox and PC, and it is getting its biggest update since its release. Players will now have access to the ocean which introduces a new biome, mechanics, and structures. If you are looking for a cute and casual entry into the village builder genre, it might be worth looking into The Wandering Village.
If you don’t have Game Pass, you can pick it up on Steam for $24.99. It’s currently on sale for. I just got my review code and will post a review as soon as I get back from vacation.
Last week I wasn’t too impressed by the state of the upcoming Versus Royal Knights (BT13) set, but this weeks reveals is beginning to change that. There are some cool cards I’d love to add to my binder, and a new mechanic I would love to mess around with. The set comes out on July 21st, so make sure you pick it up from your LGS. I do these updates once a week so if you’ve been enjoying these updates, don’t forget to subscribe and share this with your friends.
Gen Con Promo
Gen Con is just around the corner, and those going should definitely go pick up the promo because this Veemon is so cute! Check out the Bandai booth at Exhibition Hall Booth 3023.
Versus Royal Knights Reveals
Starting off with the Omnimon because who doesn’t want another one?
I love the art style and color for the Data Squad lines in this set. They really drummed up my excitement for this set. I can’t wait to see them in a binder. The new Burst Digivolution seems like a neat mechanic as well.
The Box Topper
I am not super impressed with the box topper, but I guess it shouldn’t matter because I never get the cool one anyways.
Event Pack Card List Updated
Those participating in the Ultimate cup should know that the prize pack card list has changed. If you are interested in playing in the event, make sure you head over to the official website to sign up at an event near you! I wish I had more free time. I’d love to play a little Digimon and get my hands on some of these cards.
I’ve seen more of the full art cards for the upcoming Pokemon 151 set, and they are beautiful. It is seriously becoming impossible to fight the urge to buy into this set because it looks so good!
Pokemon 151 has done a terrific job of balancing enough of a nostalgic feel to satisfy long-time fans while establishing itself as a unique and desirable set to draw in new ones. Pokemon 151 releases on September 22nd. I only do Pokemon TCG live at the moment, but those of you who want physical cards can head over to Best Buy or Target to pre-preorder. Check out my previous post where I break down the pre-orders by product.
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If you’ve been following my blog since the beginning or have seen the recent state of my blog, it is no secret that I love card games. I’ve spent way too much money on trading cards and am always looking for a new deck builder to add to my collection. The latest to catch my eye is a little game called Krzyżacy – The Knights of the Cross, coming to Steam on July 20, 2023.
Play as a knight who must help his people defeat the Teutonic Knights. The game is based on an award-winning story of the same name that covers the conflict between the Polish-Lithuanian people and the Teutonic Knights in the 15th century. I haven’t read the book, but I hope that means the story is good. I also hope the game is an accurate adaptation because I love learning about history.
As the knight, you travel the real collecting companions to fight with you and cards to make your deck stronger. There are 30 characters you can collect and level, and the freedom to build a deck that fits your playstyle. The combat looks like a strait forward deck builder but with a story and some RPG elements that might help it stand out against the genre. The game has seven chapters, 200 side quests, and a roguelite mode for hours of gameplay. That probably means this game is going to take me forever to complete.
1 / 50
What excites me most about this game is the art style. I love pixel art, and the design for Krzyżacy – The Knights of the Cross is amazing! The sprites are cute, the characters are cool, and the animation looks fun. There is a bit of fan service, but I don’t mind it. I’ve seen a lot worse, and the characters are too cool for it to matter.
I just received my review code for this game, and am super excited to try it out. I haven’t started the game, but I am also under embargo so I won’t be able to share my thoughts on the game just yet. I’ll get my review out as soon as I am able, so make sure you’re subscribed. Until then, make sure you add Krzyżacy – The Knights of the Cross to your wishlist.
In preparation for the upcoming for the upcoming Pokemon set, Obsidian Flames, I thought it would be a cool idea to show off some of the full art cards that have been revealed. There are some cool cards in this set, not as cool as Paldea Evolved yet, but I can see the potential. Obsidian Flames comes out on August 11th so make sure you preorder from your LGS or TCG Player if you don’t have one. If you’ve been enjoying these updates, make sure you comment, like, subscribe, and share this with your friends.
Charizard Ex
I’ll start off with what is probably the card that is going to move this set. I mean who doesn’t love another Charizard and the alt arts are just beautiful. It’s hard to choose a favorite, but the gold is going to looks so nice in a binder!
Cleffa
The art card for Cleffa is so cute! This would probably my reason to buy into this set, but just see for your self.
Pidgeotto
I think I prefer the regular print of the Pidgeotto better, but maybe this is one of those cards you have to appreciate in person.
Lechonc
This is just too cute! It also a pretty accurate mood.
Ryme
I wish it was a but more colorful, but I like the spray paint style for this Ryme card. But the effect is not bad. You get a draw and you get to switch your Opponents Pokemon?
In preparation for the release of Obsidian Flames, I’ll be sharing the card list in sections by type. Today’s focus will be the Normal types. Make sure you check out the rest of the previews as well. Obsidian Flames comes out August 11th, make sure you go put in your pre-order at your LGS or TGC Player if you don’t have one. And if you’ve been enjoying these updates, don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe, and share this with your friends.
Atticus
You can use this card only if your opponent’s Active Pokémon is Poisoned.
Shuffle your hand into your deck, then draw 7 cards.
Brassius
Shuffle your hand into your deck. Then, draw cards until you have 1 more card in your hand than you shuffled in.
Letter of Encouragement
You can play this card only if any of your Pokémon were Knocked Out during your opponent’s last turn.
Search your deck for up to 3 Basic Energy cards, reveal them, and put them into your hand. Then, shuffle your deck.
Nemona
Draw 3 cards.
Poppy
Move up to 2 Energy from 1 of your Pokémon to another of your Pokémon.
Revenge Punch
When the Pokémon this card is attached to is Knocked Out by damage from an attack from your opponent’s Pokémon, put 4 damage counters on the Attacking Pokémon.
Town Department Store
Once during each player’s turn, that player may search their deck for a Pokémon Tool card, reveal it, and put it into their hand. Then, that player shuffles their deck.
In preparation for the release of Obsidian Flames, I’ll be sharing the card list in sections by type. Today’s focus will be the Normal types. Make sure you check out the rest of the previews as well. Obsidian Flames comes out August 11th, make sure you go put in your pre-order at your LGS or TGC Player if you don’t have one. And if you’ve been enjoying these updates, don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe, and share this with your friends.
Lillipip
[C] Rear Kick: 20 damage.
Herdier
[C] Rear Kick: 30 damage.
[C][C] Hammer In: 50 damage.
Stoutland
[C] Chomp Chomp Panic: 50x damage. This attack does 50 damage for each [C] in your opponent’s Active Pokémon’s Retreat Cost.
[C][C][C] Sharp Fang: 140 damage.
Audino
[C] Find a Friend: Search your deck for a Pokémon, reveal it, and put it into your hand. Then, shuffle your deck.
[C][C][C] Slap: 80 damage.
Bouffalant
Ability: Bouffer This Pokémon takes 20 less damage from attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
[C][C] Damage Rush: 50+ damage. Flip a coin until you get tails. This attack does 30 more damage for each heads.
Yungoos
[C] Knock Away: 10+ damage. Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 more damage.
Gumshoos
[C] Headbang: 30 damage.
[C][C] Crunch: 60 damage. Discard an Energy from your opponent’s Active Pokémon.
Skwovet
[C] Sneak a Bite: Discard the top card from your opponent’s deck.
[C] Gentle Slap: 10 damage.
Greedent ex
[C] Get Greedy: Look at the top 3 cards of your deck. You may put those cards into your hand or discard them and draw 3 cards.
[C][C][C] Foolish Rolling: 210 damage. During your next turn, this Pokémon can’t use Foolish Rolling.
Lechonk
[C] Headbutt Bounce: 10 damage.
[C][C] Mudshot: 20 damage.
Oinkologne
[C][C] Hula Hula Perfume: 30 damage. Your opponent’s Active Pokémon is now Confused.
[C][C][C] Immersion Kick: 160 damage. Flip a coin. If tails, this Pokémon also does 60 damage to itself.
In preparation for the release of Obsidian Flames, I’ll be sharing the card list in sections by type. Today’s focus will be the steel types. Make sure you check out the rest of the previews as well. Obsidian Flames comes out August 11th, make sure you go put in your pre-order at your LGS or TGC Player if you don’t have one. And if you’ve been enjoying these updates, don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe, and share this with your friends.
Scizor
[M] Punishing Scissors: 10+ damage. This attack does 50 damage for each of your opponent’s Pokémon in play that has an Ability.
[M][M] Cut: 70 damage.
Skarmory
[C] Peck: 20 damage.
[M][M][C] Steel Slash: 120 damage. During your next turn, this Pokémon can’t use Steel Slash.
Mawile
Ability: Special Eater When you play this Pokémon from your hand onto your Bench during your turn, you may discard a Special Energy from your opponent’s Active Pokémon.
[M][C][C] Sharp Fang: 90 damage.
Bronzor
[M] Mirror Draw: Draw cards until you have the same number of cards in your hand as your opponent.
[M][M] Speed Dive: 30 damage.
Bronzong
[M] Oracle Press: 20 damage. Prevent all effects of your opponent’s attacks, except damage, done to this Pokémon during your opponent’s next turn.
[M][M] Extrasensory: 70+ damage. If you have the same number of cards in your hand as your opponent, this attack does 90 more damage.
Excadrill
[M] Pierce: 60 damage.
Pawniard
[M] Triple Cutter: 10x damage. Flip 3 coins. This attack does 30 damage for each heads.
Bisharp
[M] Metal Claw: 20 damage.
[M][C] Fury Cutter: 50+ damage. Flip 3 coins. If 1 of them is heads, this attack does 20 more damage. If 2 of them are heads, this attack does 60 more damage. If all of them are heads, this attack does 120 more damage.
Kingambit
[M] Execute: If your opponent’s Active Pokémon has 4 or more damage counters on it, it is Knocked Out.
[M][C][C] Massive Rend: 140 damage.
Togedemaru
[C] Defense Curl: Flip a coin. If heads, prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks during your opponent’s next turn.
[M][C] Rolling Tackle: 50 damage.
Meltan
[M] Melt: 20 damage.
Melmetal ex
[M] Metal Absorption: Search your deck for up to 2 Basic [M] Energy cards and attach them to this Pokémon. Then, shuffle your deck.
[C][C][C][C] Full Metal Knuckle: 90+ damage. This attack does 30 more damage for each [M] Energy attached to this Pokémon.
Revavroom ex
Ability: Tune-Up This Pokémon may have up to 4 Pokémon Tools attached to it. If it loses this Ability, discard Pokémon Tools from it until only 1 remains.
[M][M][C] Wild Drift: 170 damage. During your opponent’s next turn, this Pokémon takes 30 less damage from attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
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I was sent Backpack Heroas a review code, and while I am grateful for the opportunity, I will not let it sway my opinions. This will be my honest review of the game.
Backpack Hero is a charming little inventory roguelike that deserves a lot more attention. It has a cute art style, a nice soundtrack, and fun gameplay. This game is a lot more fun than an early-access game has the right to be. If you are looking for a chill game that will challenge you, get Backpack Hero.
Dive through procedurally generated dungeons as you fight enemies, find treasure, and manage your inventory. Space in your bag is limited, so choose carefully. How will you brave the unknown? Will you use magic? Poison? Swords? Ninja stars? The choice is yours! (and RNGesus’)
Players start with limited inventory space and gain more as their character levels. Dungeons are full of monsters, treasure, and random events that award players loot to shuffle around. Weapons, items, armor, and potions have unique skills that can interact with each other based on their placement in the backpack. Inventory management is almost like a deck builder as you work towards specific builds by collecting certain items.
As deceptively simple as this game appears, I spent a lot of time theory crafting and optimizing my build only to have my run ended by an enemy or ability I didn’t plan for. Losing was never a frustrating experience in Backpack Hero. I understood my shortcomings and planned for a better run. There are special challenges you can run if the normal game because too easy, but I mostly played in normal because I enjoyed the chill yet challenging vibe that came with it.
What I liked most about this game is how different every run felt. I never had the same build, even when I started building toward a familiar one. There was always something dumb and alluring I wanted to try. It didn’t always work out, but I had a lot of fun exploring and testing my options. The combat is a little simple. It is turn-based, and what you can do is limited by action points. You spend your action points by casting spells, attacking with weapons, or blocking with shields. I never felt like combat got stale because my strategy was constantly changing. Some runs were more fun than others, but such is life with RNGesus.
Inventory management is the most important mechanic in Backpack Hero. If you’ve played any MMO or RPG, you’ve become too familiar with the concept. I used to joke that most of my playtime on Guild Wars 2 was spent in my inventory. In Backpack Hero, you will consistently make difficult choices as you arrange and rearrange your bag. What you choose to keep in your bag affects how you play each round, so make sure you choose carefully. There are vendors and special events that will give you access to random and sometimes cool items, a smith that will upgrade your gear, and cursed items that will mess up your whole strategy. I spent a lot of time theory-crafting the perfect build and had a blast doing it, even if I never got impressively far. There are probably guides out there for the most optimal run, but I recommend you fail a couple of times on your own first.
If you have been considering getting this game or looking for a new game to get into, Backpack Hero is worth every penny. It is a cute casual game with enough kick to it to keep you entertained for hours. You can buy Backpack Hero on Steam for $16.99. Now would be a great time to pick it up because it is 20% off ($13.59) until the 13th.
