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Counter Gain
Ascended Heroes 259/217 • ultra-rare
- Set
- Ascended Heroes
- Number
- 259/217
- Rarity
- Ultra Rare
- Released
- 2026
- Finish
- Full art
- Artist
- Toyste Beach
What it does
If you have more Prize cards remaining than your opponent, attacks used by the Pokémon this card is attached to cost Colorless less.
You may attach any number of Pokémon Tools to your Pokémon during your turn. You may attach only 1 Pokémon Tool to each Pokémon, and it stays attached.
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Where it came from
Counter Gain was released as part of the Ascended Heroes set, a specialized expansion designed to introduce high-stakes gameplay mechanics to the core trading card ecosystem. The set arrived during a period of shifting meta-trends, where developers aimed to reward players for tactical responsiveness rather than purely aggressive playstyles. Its design reflects this intent, focusing on the redistribution of resources during critical combat phases.
The card’s artwork was crafted to evoke a sense of ethereal tactical mastery, utilizing deep color palettes and sharp, geometric motifs that became a hallmark of the set’s aesthetic direction. Upon its release, it was received with significant interest by the competitive community, who noted its high utility in complex deck archetypes. The Ultra Rare printing remains a sought-after piece due to its scarcity and the strategic complexity it introduces to high-level matches.
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