Gaston

Gaston, the Arrogant Hunter, was released as card number 147 in the 'Rise of the Floodborn' set, the second expansion for the Disney Lorcana trading card game. Developed by Ravensburger and released in late 2023, the set expanded upon the game's core premise of 'glimmers'—magical manifestations of Disney characters brought to life by the act of illumination. This specific incarnation of the character draws directly from his quintessential depiction in the 1991 film 'Beauty and the Beast,' emphasizing his vanity and physical prowess through the game's mechanics.

The card features an illustration by character artist J. Morales, who captured the antagonist mid-boast, reflecting the game's art direction that seeks to blend classic animation aesthetics with modern TCG sensibilities. Within the metagame, this version of Gaston is categorized as a 'Floodborn' character, a designation used for variants of characters who have been transformed by ink. It received a positive reception from players for its synergy within Amber-ink decks, where it serves as a mid-range threat that rewards players for maintaining board control.