The galaxy far, far away has just gotten a bit closer with the release of the latest Star Wars: Unlimited set, Shadows of the Galaxy. Released on July 12th, 2024, this exciting new addition to the Star Wars trading card game universe is packed with thrilling cards and mechanics that are sure to delight both collectors and players alike.
We were lucky enough to get our hands on booster boxes last week. And, there currently on sale at our store in Margate, Thanet right now! – So make a trip down, or browse our website’s store to purchase a booster box, or two!
Let’s dive into what makes this set special and what you can expect when you crack open those booster packs.
Set Overview
Shadows of the Galaxy is the second set in the Star Wars: Unlimited series, following the Spark of Rebellion set.
This new collection puts the spotlight on the shadowy figures of the Star Wars universe – the smugglers, scoundrels, and scavengers of the Outer Rim, with a particular focus on bounty hunters.
Booster Pack Contents
Each Shadows of the Galaxy Booster Box contains 24 sealed Booster Packs. Every pack includes 16 cards to enhance your collection:
- 9 common cards
- 3 uncommon cards
- 1 rare or legendary card
- 1 leader card
- 1 base/token card
- 1 foil card
Special Features
Double-Sided Cards
One of the unique aspects of STAR WARS Unlimited TCG that sets it apart are the double-sided leader cards; featuring artwork on both the front and back. You’ll get a leader card, and a base card, in every pack. Allowing you to get a deck built, and start playing as soon as possible.
Drafting is a viable, and fun, way to play the Star Wars TCG – in fact, the booster packs are designed around this type of game mode. For the uninitiated, players build their decks on the spot from a limited pool of cards, or a selection of booster packs, rather than from their pre-constructed collection.
You can take a look at the Official STAR WARS Unlimited site to check out their deck builder
Hyperspace Cards
“Hyperspace” cards are a special type of card in Star Wars Unlimited, featuring unique and highly collectible designs. These borderless art cards appear in approximately two out of every three packs.
- Hyperspace Rare or Legendary: You have a chance of pulling one of these in every 15 packs.
- Foil Hyperspace Rare or Legendary: These shiny versions appear at a rate of one in every 50 packs.
When opening a pack – there is a guaranteed foil card in the back, the last slot. The second to last slot is a rare or legendary. The back slot can be Hyperspace foil. If you get a hyperspace hit, it has a chance to be uncommon, rare or legendary – regardless of the standard rarity slots within the pack.
Showcase Cards
The crown jewels of the Shadows of the Galaxy set are the Showcase cards. These are extremely rare alternate-art versions of leader cards with special layouts and an exclusive foil style.
While they’re identical in gameplay to regular leader cards, their rarity makes them highly sought after. If you pull one, let us know!
You’ll find one Showcase card in approximately every 12 booster boxes – that’s one in every 288 packs.
Similar to the Pokémon TCG, these showcase cards of much alike to secret rares; they go beyond the numbering of the set. However, this far exceeds the usual amount of “secret rares” you’d see in any Pokémon set.
Star Wars: Unlimited Trading Card Game Overview - How to Play!
For those new to Star Wars: Unlimited, here’s a quick rundown of how the game works:
- Players act as iconic Star Wars leaders commanding forces to defeat their opponent’s base.
- Each player uses a 50-card deck of units, events, and upgrades. Decks must contain one leader and one base. Additionally, you can include up to three copies of any card.
The game consists of rounds, each with an action phase and a regroup phase.
Action Phase: Players alternate taking actions until both pass consecutively.
- Play a Card: Pay the resource cost to play units, events, or upgrades.
- Attack with a Unit: Exhaust a unit to attack an opponent’s unit or base, dealing damage based on power values.
- Use an Action Ability: Pay the required cost to activate abilities on cards.
- Take the Initiative: Gain the initiative counter for the next round, ending your actions for the current phase.
- Pass: Do nothing but remain eligible to act later in the phase.
Regroup Phase:
- Draw Cards: Each player draws two cards.
- Resource a Card: Optionally, place a card from your hand face down as a new resource.
- Ready Cards: Turn all exhausted cards upright.
Winning the Game: Victory is achieved by reducing the opponent’s base to 0 HP through strategic use of units, events, and abilities.
Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the game, Shadows of the Galaxy offers exciting new options for deck-building and gameplay strategies. You can find all you need to know about the game, and mastering it for yourself, here – on the STARWARS Unlimited official website.
Where to Find Shadows of the Galaxy
If you’re eager to get your hands on the Shadows of the Galaxy set, look no further than We Love Collectibles! We’re excited to offer booster boxes, packs, and singles from this amazing new set. Visit our store in Margate, Thanet, or check out our website to explore our extensive collection.
Don’t forget to follow us on TikTok (@WeLoveCollectibles) for live streams, unboxings, and exclusive TCG insights. Our streaming schedule includes sessions on Wednesday and Friday mornings, and Thursday and Saturday evenings.
May the Force be with you as you explore the Shadows of the Galaxy!
Visit Our Store
If you’re in Margate, Thanet, swing by our store and explore our extensive collection. We’re located at:
Unit 101, Westwood Business Park, Margate CT9 4JJ
Of course, with our brand new website you can purchase any of our products that we have in store with ease. Use the search tool to find exactly what you’re looking for.
Our customers can search by name, card artists, brands, sets and more!
At We Love Collectibles, we’re passionate about trading card games, collecting & the community we’ve fostered! Here’s what we offer:
- Booster Cases, Boxes, and Packs: Whether you’re a collector or a player, we’ve got you covered.
- Singles: Find that elusive card to complete your collection.
- Elite Trainer Boxes (ETBs): Enhance your gameplay with these premium sets.
- Collection Boxes and Tins: Perfect for gift-giving or expanding your collection.
- Trading Card Accessories: Sleeves, binders, and more!
- Japanese Pokémon Products: Discover rare and unique items from Japan.
We’re also getting new products in-store, or filling up our binders with a wide variety of singles everyday. We buy, trade and sell. So come see either Tom Snr or Tom Jnr – a father and son team at our Margate store – for all your trading card game needs. Thank you for being part of the We Love Collectibles community. Check us out on Instagram – where we often showcase what we have in store.
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