Amethyst Ascendant: Game-Changing Cards from Reign of Jafar You Need to Know

Jafar - High Sultan of Lorcana (Super Rare)

Cost: 5 Ink (Not Inkable)

Stats: 4 Strength / 4 Willpower

Lore: 3

Ability: DARK POWER - Whenever this character quests, you may draw a card, then choose and discard a card. If an Illusion character card is discarded this way, you may play that character for free.

Why it Makes the Cut: This iteration of Jafar is a true powerhouse. Questing for a formidable 3 lore is impactful enough. However, his "DARK POWER" ability elevates him to a must-answer threat. The ability to filter your hand upon questing is strong, but the kicker is cheating an Illusion character into play for free if one is discarded. This can lead to explosive turns and overwhelming board presence, making him a cornerstone for any Amethyst Illusion-themed deck. His Super Rare status and central role in the set's narrative also make him a key card for collectors.

Pinocchio - Strings Attached (Legendary)

Cost: 4 Ink (Inkable)

Stats: 0 Strength / 4 Willpower

Lore: 2

Abilities:

Evasive (Only characters with Evasive can challenge them).

Got to Keep Real Quiet: Once during your turn, whenever you ready this character, you may draw a card.

Why it Makes the Cut: Don't let the 0 Strength fool you; this Pinocchio is an engine of pure value. As an Evasive 2-lore quester, he can be tricky for opponents to deal with. The real magic lies in his "Got to Keep Real Quiet" ability: drawing a card whenever he readies is an incredible source of card advantage. Amethyst has historically had ways to ready its characters, and if Reign of Jafar introduces more, Pinocchio could become a relentless draw engine. Being a Legendary, he's a chase card for both his unique utility and collectibility.

Bambi - Little Prince (Legendary)

Cost: 3 Ink (Not Inkable)

Stats: 1 Strength / 1 Willpower

Lore: 3

Abilities:

Say Hello: When you play this character, gain 1 lore.

Kind of Bashful: When an opponent plays a character, return this character to your hand.

Why it Makes the Cut: This Bambi offers an aggressive lore output. Questing for 3 lore at a 3-ink cost is already above rate, and the immediate 1 lore gain from "Say Hello" is excellent for early pressure. His "Kind of Bashful" ability, while seemingly a drawback, can be cleverly used to protect him from board interaction and allow for repeated "Say Hello" triggers if you have the ink to replay him. This makes him a persistent, albeit tricky, lore threat. As a Legendary, this unique take on Bambi will surely be popular.

Hades - Ruthless Tyrant (Super Rare)

Cost: 7 Ink (Not Inkable)

Stats: 3 Strength / 6 Willpower

Lore: 2

Ability: Short On Patience - When you play this character and whenever he quests, you may deal 2 damage to another chosen character of yours to draw 2 cards.

Why it Makes the Cut: Hades is here to ensure your hand never stays empty. Drawing two cards is a powerful effect, and being able to trigger it upon playing him and each time he quests provides a consistent stream of resources. The cost of dealing 2 damage to one of your own characters is a strategic decision - perhaps targeting a character with high willpower or one that has an ability when damaged. In longer games, this Hades can be the key to out-valuing your opponent.

Into the Unknown (Super Rare - Song Action)

Cost: 3 Ink (Inkable)

Type: Action, Song

Card Text:

A character with cost 3 or more can [exert] to sing this song for free.)

Put chosen exerted character into their player's inkwell facedown and exerted.

Why it Makes the Cut: This song is a versatile and potent removal option. For just 3 ink (or sung for free), Into the Unknown can take any exerted character - friend or foe that just quested or challenged - and tuck it into their player's inkwell. This is a fantastic way to disrupt your opponent's board, remove a key threat, or even ramp yourself in a pinch. The ability to sing it makes it highly efficient. Its Super Rare status reflects its game-swinging potential.

Abu - Illusory Pachyderm (Uncommon)

Cost: 6 Ink (Inkable)

Stats: 3 Strength / 7 Willpower

Lore: 1

Abilities:

Vanish (When this character is challenged and banished, you may return this card to your hand.)

Grasping Trunk: Whenever this character quests, gain lore equal to the [lore] of chosen opposing character.

Why it Makes the Cut: Don't sleep on this Uncommon! Abu's Vanish ability makes him a sticky threat, difficult to remove permanently through challenges. His "Grasping Trunk" ability is where he truly shines, allowing him to mirror the lore output of an opponent's character when he quests. Against decks relying on high-lore questers, Abu can turn into a massive lore engine himself, potentially questing for 3, 4, or even more lore depending on the board state. This is a powerful effect for an Uncommon and fits perfectly with Amethyst's tricky nature and the burgeoning Illusion theme.

Amethyst's Arcane Designs in Jafar's Court

The Amethyst cards in Reign of Jafar seem to be weaving a few distinct magical threads:

• Illusion and Deception: With cards like Jafar - High Sultan of Lorcana directly interacting with Illusion characters, and characters like Abu featuring {{Vanish}}, expect tricky board states and resilient threats.
• Powerful Card Advantage Engines: True to Amethyst's nature, cards like Pinocchio and Hades provide new and potent ways to keep your hand full and your options open.
• Unique and High-Impact Lore Generation: Cards such as Bambi and Abu offer unconventional methods to race to 20 lore, catching opponents off guard.
• Flexible Control Elements: The new song "Into the Unknown" provides versatile removal, adding to Amethyst's toolkit for managing the board.

Reign of Jafar is shaping up to be a spellbinding addition to Disney Lorcana, and Amethyst is armed with some truly formidable and intriguing new tools. The strategic depth these cards offer, from deceptive Illusions to game-altering draw engines and explosive lore potential, promises a wealth of exciting new decks and playstyles.

Which of these Amethyst cards are you most excited to experiment with? Are there other gems you've spotted that you think will define the meta? Share your thoughts and incantations with me on X: @_EmeraldWeapon_. Until next time, see ya!

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