In the expansive universe of Gundam, filled with towering mobile suits and dramatic interstellar warfare, few names resonate quite like the Zeon forces. With the introduction of the Gundam Card Game, aficionados can now bring these legendary battles into their living rooms. The Zeon’s Rush Starter Deck (ST03) helms this new adventure, invoking the thrill of battle while keeping you free from the risk of stray beam sabers or errant bazookas.
This starter deck gallops onto the scene in distinct editions, each designed to spur different aspects of engagement among fans. It breaks out into two notable styles: the Standard Edition and the Special Edition.
The Standard Edition primes you with everything you’d need to hit the battlefield running. Kick off your strategy with a robust 50-card deck that caters to the tacticians among us, supplemented by 10 resource cards. These are essential tools that provide the requisite energy to execute your plans effectively. Emulate your favorite battles and marshal your forces with the 8 token cards provided—perfect for those moments when backup is not just handy, but necessary.
Safety is paramount, even in card-based skirmishes, which is why a trusty paper damage counter accompanies the set. Need a refresher on the intricacies of Gundam combat? A detailed rule and play sheet is thoughtfully included, ensuring even the greenest of recruits can hold their own when the cards hit the table. For the connoisseur of collectibles, each Standard set holds a little surprise—a bonus pack harboring a full-art, holographic card plucked directly from the deck. Shiny and ready to daze your opponents, it’s icing on an already delectable cake.
For those who fancy themselves more extravagant—or perhaps just desire a fuller immersion—the Special Edition beckons. It amps up the excitement with the same foundational elements as the Standard Edition, but adds a trio of scale Gundam Assemble miniatures that are nothing short of iconic. Imagine having Char’s Zaku II gracing your desktop with its imposing presence, or fields of battle featuring Zaku II units armed with Heat Hawks and Hyper Bazookas. These miniatures are not just display pieces; they are a clarion call to fans both old and new who appreciate the tangible connection they provide to the source material.
The heart of the Zeon’s Rush deck lies within its composition and vivid callback to the Gundam chronicles we hold dear. It draws inspiration from both Mobile Suit Gundam and Gundam Unicorn, placing a spotlight on the crimson and emerald hues of Char Aznable’s formidable invaders and Full Frontal’s Neo Zeon champions. The deck’s roster pulsates with Zaku units because, as any veteran enthusiast will agree, a Zeon contingent devoid of Zakus is as unfathomable as a sky set without stars.
Let’s delve into the array of units ready to pilot you to victory:
Curated among the commons are the red-tinted Angelo’s Geara Zulu, Geara Zulu units, Gaza D (Sleeves), and Dra-C (Sleeves)—a seamless nod to the tension-filled skirmishes fans cherish. Green-hued warriors like Zaku I, Zaku II, and the ever-valorized Gouf join the fray, spotlighting the imposing strength that Zeon is known for.
Command the skies with the legendary pilots full of charisma and strategy—Full Frontal takes his rightful place representing the red, while the iconic Char Aznable, remembered and revered, embodies the green faction. You’ll also find supporting roles played by the fierce Indignation/Angelo Sauper, and the peerless Blue Giant/Ramba Ral, whose presence in green commands a certain respect and nostalgia.
Strategically advantageous bases like Rewloola (Red) and Falmel (Green) offer new battlegrounds on which to test your mettle. Lurking beneath the heaps of cards, lingering secrets and legendary rares tease with potential—because every Zeon occupation needs a bit of mystery, don’t they?
Tokens range from Char’s Zaku II to Zaku II iterations, and unique resource options like the colorless EX Base and Resource tokens, broadening the strategic landscape.
For all skill levels, whether you’re a novice pilot freshly recruited or a battle-hardened commander yearning for the thrill of Gundam warfare, the Zeon’s Rush deck holds promise and excitement. Equip your deck, shuffle with purpose, and recall the rallying cry—Sieg Zeon!
