Hello Psycogs! We are back for yet another Psycog 101!
Victor is here as well, and oh boy is he...
Originally posted by Victor
"Excited! I. AM. Excited to be here with you all haha!"
Today's subject are Psycores, a staple and unmissable view in the Arena!
Originally posted by Victor
"Did you know they also give you an Ephemeral Mutant each turn that we call Starter?"
Ahem... yes? Yes I did, Victor, but thank you for the reminder.
Originally posted by Victor
"When you are building your decks, you get to choose which Psycore to use alongside the deck's main Gene, and the best Psycores are obviously Zoo because it is my favourite gene."
You know what? We'll indulge you this time Victor and start with Zoo first!
Originally posted by Victor
"NOW YOU KNOW HOW TO TALK TO ME LAD!"
As for all genes, there are 2 Psycores available at the moment. And we'll be introducing each of them.
ZOO A // Code Name: ARK REX
Originally posted by Victor
"This is how I fell in love with Zoo! It is the home of the beautiful Beast."
Yes, this very popular Starter has seen a lot of use in the recent Ranked Season. If you are looking to build an agressive and very zoo-like in spirit deck, the Ark Rex might be the best option for you.
ZOO B // Code Name: ARK GATOR
We go from a hairy Psycore to a scaly one with the Gator Psycore! This one introduces a different starter.
Originally posted by Victor
"Evolution is the key word with this Psycore, its starter is tough and helps your whole board, including itself, evolve fast!"
Evolution and random agression are the basis of the Zoo Psycores, we should now take a look at the sky with Space Psycores!
SPACE A // Code Name: SESTRA VEGA
Sestras are specialists of what lies beyond our world's atmosphere and are also very talented at dealing with buildings!
Originally posted by Victor
"And this Psycore offers just that, a tremendously punishing little alien that will become a huge threat if buildings are present on your opponent's side!"
The next Psycore is made especially to catter to Psycogs who are fond of Squads.
SPACE B // Code Name: SESTRA ANTARES
Originally posted by Victor
"I'm going to be honest, I always liked Squad mutants."
But aren't they usually lacking in the fur department for you to like them?
Originally posted by Victor
"Have you seen Sgt Pandamonium?"
Oh right. Well, the Sestra Antares Psycore is perfect for those who want to develop a strategy around Squads. Its starter does not have a lot of stats but enjoy the keyword that allows it to get various buffs!
I think it's time to take a look at other weapon specialists: Blades.
BLADES A // Code Name: TRIOMPHE BASTION
The Bastion is a classic for all strategy fans.
Originally posted by Victor
"You got to admit that the Warrior is carrying one hell of an axe. And the Tactic keyword to go with it, of course."
This is the Psycore to use if your deck strategy revolves around the Tactic keyword as the starter will help trigger effects linked to it.
BLADES B // Code Name: TRIOMPHE CITADEL
Originally posted by Victor
"Now, if you're looking for a best seller in the Psycog Community..."
You got to take a look at the Triomphe Citadel indeed. Its Starter, Barbarian, is a fearsome opponent when geared with some of the sweet orbs that are a specialty of the Triomphe Corporation.
Originally posted by Victor
"Did you hear something?"
NECRO A // Code Name: CAPACOFLESH
Well, the Necro Gene Capacoflesh Psycore is an explosive one.
Originally posted by Victor
"Oh lad, I see what you did there. Yes, Zombies made through this terrifying machine are a pain to deal with."
Because they explode.
Originally posted by Victor
"Ahem..."
Okay, I'm stopping with the boom-bastic jokes. This Psycore is a great base for those of you that want to start building a deck that functions well with Last Wish triggers. If you have a bone to pick though...
NECRO B // Code Name: CAPACOBONES
Originally posted by Victor
"Couldn't help it, could you?"
I know hahaha! You gotta crack your skull from time to time. Anyways, the Capacobones will function best with, well... Bones. So if you need a Starter that help to fill this discard of yours, it's the way to take!
TECH A // Code Name: I.E.M B0T
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Originally posted by Victor
"Are you alright?"
Always, always! Have you seen the Bots produced by this Psycore in the Arena, Victor?
Originally posted by Victor
"They are so efficient. Great stats, a shame about their unstability though."
It's not a shame but a purposeful choice to balance this great creation from I.E.M. Psycogs that look for fast agression and a way to trigger Autorepair effects will find themselves delighted with this Psycore!
TECH B // Code Name: I.E.M BTY
Originally posted by Victor
"Now, if you want to play around with one of the tech gene specialty which is Parts this is the best one to choose and use. It will provide a starter that will be a source of regular Parts in your hand."
Thank you Victor, that was very detailed.
Originally posted by Victor
"I forget something?"
Nothing my friend, except for the fact that we are now going to talk about my favourite gene: Mystic!
MYSTIC A // Code Name: DEMONIC ALTAR
Everyone is a fan of the Demon and you got to strongly consider this Psycore if you want to build a Burn deck!
Originally posted by Victor
"The Starter of this deck will be a constant source of Burning, perfect to trigger effects tied to it."
And if you want to play around with the idea of summons or ability, then you have another option.
MYSTIC B // Code Name: SUMMONING ALTAR
This Psycore is very efficient if you want to play around with Activated abilities as well as Summons. Your Starter will be able to trigger effects with Activated Abilities while creating a nice little Summon that can be further boosted.
Originally posted by Victor
"Or sacrificed for good trades or even to draw!"
Exactly Victor! I think we actually went through all the psycores!
All 6 genes have 2 Psycores at the moment which offer a lot of possibility for your deck building. And nothing tells us that future Pyscores might not be developed by the corporations!
Originally posted by Victor
"And we'll be here to tell you all about it!"
See you soon Psycogs!
Team Mutants: Genesis
