《朱&紫 利刃猛醒》是簡體中文版寶可夢集換式卡牌（PTCG）在朱&紫世代推出的第七款主要擴充包。作為承接《古代咆哮》、《未來閃光》後的重要系列，本作的卡池內容相當龐大，卡牌來源橫跨日本的《Wild Force》、《Cyber Judge》、《Crimson Haze》，以及部分來自《Transformation Mask》和《Generations Start Decks》。在整體主題上，以太晶化的甲賀忍蛙 ex 為核心，更擴大呈現「古代」與「未來」寶可夢的對立風格，同時引入玩家期待已久的 ACE SPEC 系統，讓朱&紫環境進入新的對戰篇章。

主要的設計亮點之一，是它讓太晶化寶可夢ex更具存在感，特別是主打的甲賀忍蛙ex，以帥氣設定與強力機制吸引收藏家與競技玩家的目光。除此之外，系列中包含超過兩百張編號為「H」的全新卡牌，使整體卡池在深度與策略組合上展現突破性的成長。無論是偏好高攻擊輸出的玩家，或是喜歡利用特性與道具形成連鎖策略的複雜卡組，都能在這次的擴充包中找到適合的素材。

本作的一項重大變革，就是ACE SPEC卡牌在簡體中文版中的首次登場。這些卡往往具有極端強大的效果，但基於平衡性考量，每套牌組限制只能加入一張。ACE SPEC 的加入大幅提升對戰策略層次，讓玩家在構築時必須更加精準地選擇唯一的王牌。這同時也提升收藏市場的熱度，因為ACE SPEC本身的稀有度與實用性都極高，是本次擴充包中最具代表性的重點。

本系列在卡牌品質上也有獨特安排。所有 173 張一般到稀有卡都具備兩種不同的 Reverse Holofoil 版本，一種採用寶貝球圖樣，另一種則是更稀有、更受收藏家喜愛的大師球圖樣。此外，擴充包提供兩種包裝形式：一般的 5 卡包，以及較大型的 20 卡包。小包一定會包含一張反光卡或 R 以上稀有卡，而大容量包則提供更多高稀有度卡的機會，讓玩家在一次開包中獲得多重驚喜。值得一提的是，還包含一張簡體中文版獨有的限定卡——Ciphermaniac’s Codebreaking 的特別插畫稀有版（Special Illustration Rare）。此獨家內容讓本作在全球卡牌市場中更具辨識度，也讓收藏家對該版本維持高度關注。伴隨擴充包上市，全新的官方套裝商品也同步推出，包括預組套牌、收藏套組與主題包裝，使新玩家更容易加入，也能讓老玩家迅速取得該系列的關鍵卡片。

總體而言，《朱&紫 利刃猛醒》是內容充實、機制創新、適合收藏與競技雙軌玩家的擴充包。太晶化寶可夢 ex 的進一步擴展、「古代／未來」寶可夢的強勢回歸，以及 ACE SPEC 卡牌的正式加入，使這個系列不僅是朱&紫時代的里程碑，也在對戰環境與收藏市場引發強烈話題。若你正在尋找一個兼具實力、美術、收藏價值與策略深度的擴充包，那麼《利刃猛醒》絕對會是不能錯過的重要作品。

“Scarlet & Violet: Blade Awakening” is the seventh major expansion released for the Simplified Chinese version of the Pokémon Trading Card Game (PTCG) during the Scarlet & Violet era. Following the releases of Ancient Roar and Future Flash, this expansion brings an extensive card pool, drawing from the Japanese sets Wild Force, Cyber Judge, and Crimson Haze, along with selected cards from Transformation Mask and the Generations Start Decks. Thematically, the expansion centers on the Terastallized Greninja ex, while further expanding the contrasting identities of Ancient and Future Pokémon. It also marks the long-awaited introduction of the ACE SPEC system, ushering the Scarlet & Violet format into a new competitive chapter.

One of the key design highlights is how the expansion enhances the presence of Terastallized Pokémon ex—especially its flagship card, Greninja ex, which has captivated both collectors and competitive players with its striking design and powerful mechanics. Beyond this, the expansion contains more than 200 brand-new cards labeled with the “H” regulation mark, giving the overall card pool greater depth and a significant boost in strategic variety. Whether a player prefers high-damage attackers or complex deck builds that rely on abilities and chained item effects, this set offers ample materials for all kinds of playstyles.

A major breakthrough for the Simplified Chinese version is the debut of ACE SPEC cards. These cards possess exceptionally powerful effects, but for balance reasons, each deck may only include a single ACE SPEC. Their inclusion dramatically elevates the strategic complexity of deck construction, forcing players to carefully choose their one true trump card. At the same time, the extremely high rarity and utility of ACE SPEC cards make them a central focus in the collector’s market, further amplifying the expansion’s desirability.

The series also features unique card-quality enhancements. All 173 common, uncommon, and rare cards come in two different Reverse Holofoil variants: one with a Poké Ball motif and another rarer variant featuring a Master Ball motif, which is especially prized among collectors. The expansion is also available in two booster pack formats: standard 5-card boosters and large 20-card boosters. The smaller pack always contains a Reverse Holofoil or a card of R rarity or higher, while the larger pack provides a higher chance of pulling high-rarity cards, offering players an exhilarating opening experience.

Notably, the expansion includes a Simplified Chinese–exclusive card: a Special Illustration Rare version of Ciphermaniac’s Codebreaking. This exclusive addition distinguishes the set in the global TCG market and has drawn heightened attention from collectors. Alongside the main expansion, various new official product bundles are being released, including pre-constructed decks, collector sets, and themed packages—making it easier for new players to enter the game while allowing veterans to quickly obtain essential cards from the series.

Overall, “Scarlet & Violet: Blade Awakening” is a robust expansion packed with innovative mechanics, making it ideal for both collectors and competitive players. The expansion of Terastallized Pokémon ex, the strong return of Ancient and Future Pokémon, and the formal introduction of ACE SPEC cards have made this set a landmark release in the Scarlet & Violet era. For anyone seeking an expansion that combines gameplay strength, visual appeal, collectible value, and strategic depth, Blade Awakening is an essential and unmissable addition.