As mentioned last time (August 2024 ), since I keep forgetting to post these, I will post two at the same time every time I do randomly remember again. So here is the second one of this month.
The fourteenth set of the English EX era, released on August 30th, 2006. This is the last set to include the Delta Species dual-type cards. The theme of the set is from a mysterious island far from the city of Holon, covered in crystals, where regular and Delta Species Pokémon live in harmony.
Love this set, and this is one of my favorite cards therein. Have 4 (now if only I could find the other 3), and I just can’t get enough of this gorgeous Thicc, colorful display.
Beyond those, Crystal Guardians stands out as a weak set even among its delta brethren. The Aggron is the only ex card that isn’t terrible, the gold stars are middling. The theme of the set, although aesthetically potent, is just more directionless, extraneous, entirely unwanted tcg lore.
I miss the interesting holo patterns, they kind of just gave up on that and went generic again for the reverse holos. I will say I am glad they kept the theme going of making their own lore for the tcg. I wish they’d do that again.
Its kind of funny that for some of the trainer cards they just have straight up pictures of real gemstones. lol.
as the king hoen ho, I humbly request your break down of each set, ranking them from best to worst. It should help me focus my attention as I do want to get through all the sets for rev. holos.
), since I keep forgetting to post these, I will post two at the same time every time I do randomly remember again. So here is the second one of this month.
