Elesa's Sparkle (Secret) - SWSH08: Fusion Strike NM Pokemon Card

Fusion Strike is a Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) expansion — the eighth main set in the Sword & Shield series, released in English on November 12, 2021. It’s notable for being one of the largest sets in Pokémon TCG history and for introducing a new gameplay style. 

🧬 Theme & Concept

Fusion Strike revolves around a new Battle Style mechanic called Fusion Strike, which emphasizes teamwork and synergy between Pokémon. Fusion Strike cards often have attacks or effects that get stronger or provide benefits when you have other Fusion Strike Pokémon in play — encouraging coordinated decks rather than solo power. 

This style sits alongside the previously introduced Single Strike and Rapid Strike styles from the Battle Styles expansion, adding a third dimension to deckbuilding strategy. 

📦 Set Details

• 💠 Total Cards: 284 cards (264 in the main set + 20 Secret Rares) — making it one of the largest expansions released in English. 

• 🐾 Pokémon V & VMAX: Includes 20 Pokémon V and 8 Pokémon VMAX cards. 

• 🧠 Fusion Strike Cards: Around ~25 cards specifically with the Fusion Strike style (including Pokémon and Trainers). 

• 🃏 Trainer & Special Energy Cards: A selection of Trainer cards and a Fusion Energy card that supports Fusion Strike decks. 

🧠 Gameplay & Strategy

Fusion Strike cards are designed to work together, often rewarding players for having multiple Fusion Strike Pokémon on the field or supporting them with complementary cards. This creates decks that feel cohesive and strategic, rather than relying on singular hard hitters. 

The set also continues support for Single Strike and Rapid Strike cards, giving players flexibility to build around one or multiple playstyles.

⭐ Standout Cards

Some notable cards from the set include:

• Mew VMAX – Often considered one of the iconic cards from Fusion Strike. 

• Genesect V and Hoopa V — Fusion Strike Pokémon that exemplify the synergy theme.

• Trainer cards and Special Energy that support the Fusion Strike strategy. 

🎨 Collectibility

Fusion Strike includes various rarities such as:

• Regular rares

• Holo rares

• Full-art Pokémon V and Supporters

• Secret Rares
  These make the set appealing to both players and collectors.