B.E.S. Crystal Core

Champion Pack: Game Three CP03-EN015 • common

Set: Champion Pack: Game Three
Printing code: CP03-EN015
Rarity: Common
Card type: Effect monster
Attribute: Water
Level / Rank: 5
ATK: 2100
DEF: 1000

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As a common card from the Champion Pack: Game Three, B.E.S. Crystal Core represents the expansion of the B.E. monster archetype, which is inspired by the classic Gradius space-shooter series. Collectors prize this card for its connection to the unique "Counter" mechanic, where the monster loses its strength as its defensive crystals are depleted.

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The B.E.S. Crystal Core was released in 2007 as part of the Champion Pack: Game Three, a limited-distribution set provided primarily as tournament prize support at official Konami-sanctioned events. The B.E.S. series, or Bio-Engineered Starship, draws its thematic inspiration from the classic Gradius side-scrolling video game franchise developed by Konami. These cards were designed to replicate the mechanics of the iconic spacecraft, utilizing 'counters' to simulate the ship’s ammunition or defensive shielding systems.

The card was illustrated with a focus on the retro-futuristic aesthetic characteristic of the Gradius series, featuring the Crystal Core vessel as it appears in the source material. Within the competitive landscape of the era, the card was received as a niche addition to the B.E.S. archetype. As a common rarity card distributed through tournament packs, it serves as a piece of memorabilia for players who participated in the organized play circuit during the mid-2000s, reflecting the company's effort to integrate their video game history into the trading card game platform.

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