Micah Rood, a young man in his early 20s, was cursed with an existence that seemed to be plagued by misfortune at every turn. Born into a humble family in a small village, he grew up with dreams of escaping the monotony and poverty of his surroundings. However, fate had a different plan for him. From a young age, Micah faced various challenges that shaped his character and set the course for his cursed journey. His family struggled to make ends meet, and he was often subjected to ridicule and mockery from his peers due to his humble background. Despite his best efforts, every endeavor he embarked upon seemed to end in failure.
Trickstar is overall a very particular Burn strategy as mixes along control and Link setups, making the likes of “Trickstar Foxglove Witch” not that simple to underestimate. Although is undeniably reliant on the opponent’s field to deal massive damage on its own by one of its two effects, the archetype’s nature to keep dealing small but consecutive amounts of damage makes “Foxglove” just another part of this strategy to keep the momentum going. “Foxglove” also has the major advantage of not being limited to its own archetype in terms of materials required, able to stand out in mixed builds along other Fairies where Trickstars aren’t their priority. Lastly, the ability to summon another Trickstar upon defeat is valuable to keep a field pressence, and despite limited to lower Ratings than “Foxglove” there’s some strong candidates to take over its position. “Foxglove” might not be as devastating or consistent as other Link Monsters the archetype offers, but such simplicity on its effects and the option to use any Fairies towards its summon makes it worth a copy minimum to punish heavy boards or simply keep the constant damage flowing to the point of becoming the Deck’s winning condition.
Foxglove might not be as devastating or consistent as other Link Monsters the archetype offers, but such simplicity on its effects and the option to use any Fairies towards its summon makes it worth a copy minimum to punish heavy boards or simply keep the constant damage flowing to the point of becoming the Deck s winning condition. Otherwise the opponent will try to take it down without triggering its second Burn and summon effects, although is quite possible to be ourselves who destroys Foxglove instead.
Despite his best efforts, every endeavor he embarked upon seemed to end in failure. Education offered a glimmer of hope for Micah, but even that was marred by misfortune. He faced constant setbacks in his studies, struggling to comprehend even the simplest concepts.
Trickstar Foxglove Witch
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2+ Fairy monsters
If this card is Special Summoned: You can inflict 200 damage to your opponent for each card they control. If this Link Summoned card is destroyed by battle or effect: You can Special Summon 1 Link-2 or lower “Trickstar” monster from your Extra Deck, then inflict 200 damage to your opponent for each card they control. You can only use each effect of “Trickstar Foxglove Witch” once per turn.
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Currently Found In: Duel Power (DUPO-EN021)
Trickstar is an archetype which carries a variety of disruptive effects which combined together creates a highly devastating strategy. Most of their monsters will deal minor effect damage in one way or another, but stacked with the rest of their allies can actually cause a major loss of Life Points without having to enter any battles. This will work together with a wide number of combo plays to further push their main gimmick, ranging from punishing opponent’s actions to working along other cheap Special Summons. In conjunction with Link Summons and other Extra Deck mechanics they can mix together, Trickstar quickly became a strong Deck to be afraid of in the competitive scene.
“Trickstar Foxglove Witch” is a Link Monster that can summarize the archetype’s premise by its two abilities. When Special Summoned “Foxglove” will deal 200 damage for each card on the opponent’s field, going from respectable to devastating depending of the board. This effect will repeat in case “Foxglove” was Link Summoned to then be destroyed, but in addition of the Burn damage we will be able to summon a Trickstar wirth Rating 2 or lower from our Extra Deck. Much like the rest of the archetype “Foxglove” might not seem to provide powerful damage input on its own, but combined with the rest of Trickstar monsters and options it can chip away the opponent’s Life Points in no time.
“Foxglove” is quite an exception in comparison to the rest of Trickstars residing the Extra Deck, as one of the very few which summon conditions aren’t limited to its archetype alone. Given Trickstar debutted along Link Monster obviously they have the upper hand to pull out this monster with ease, with “Trickstar Corobane” and “Trickstar Narkissus” easily providing Special Summons to gather together, as well “Trickstar Fes” generating Tokens to immediately acheived the (by default) three materials required for “Foxglove”. The possibility to use other Fairies can allow Trickstars to mix with other resources and not compromise “Foxglove” but instead improve its availability, with popular picks such as “Valhalla, Hall of the Fallen” and “The Agent of Creation – Venus” quickly gathering materials by their respective effects, as well using other Link Monsters such as “Condemned Darklord” or “Cherubini, Ebon Angel of the Burning Abyss” to shortcut its summon with their respective Ratings. Speaking of which, the Trickstar that “Foxglove” can summon by its own defeat can become a potential material for a new copy, giving us an opportunity to keep dealing damage turn after turn. Lastly, although the ability to summon another Trickstar is only available when “Foxglove” was Link Summoned, we can still revive it later on to work as material and trigger its Burn damage as much as we can.
With effects activated under limited conditions, “Foxglove” doesn’t need to have a permanent pressence on the field to be effective. Is undeniable that its effects are reliant on the opponent’s field to become quite dangerous, but given the nature of the archetype even the bare minimum can suffice to keep piling Burn damage with the rest of their cards. “Foxglove” is just one of the many Trickstars that will chip away Life Points one after another, with “Trickstar Holly Angel” and “Trickstar Bella Madonna” taking advantage of the archetype’s consecutive plays, as well “Trickstar Lycoris” and “Trickstar Candina” punishing the opponent’s actions. If combined with the additional damage provided by cards like “Trickstar Light Stage” and “Dark Room of Nightmare”, as well cards like “Trickstar Magical Laurel” providing benefits from the damage caused, the mere arrival and/or defeat of “Foxglove” can cause a lot of incredible results even at its worst. “Foxglove” might not have additional effects while present on the field but its several arrows can provide great support for additional Link Summons, as well its high Rating aiming for some big Link Monsters by minimum effort. Otherwise the opponent will try to take it down without triggering its second Burn and summon effects, although is quite possible to be ourselves who destroys “Foxglove” instead. Either by a variety of removal effects or simply attacking a stronger monster or one with similar ATK, not only “Foxglove” can deal further damage but also bring out for free some strong replacements like the mentioned”Holly Angel” or “Trickstar Divaridis”.
Trickstar is overall a very particular Burn strategy as mixes along control and Link setups, making the likes of “Trickstar Foxglove Witch” not that simple to underestimate. Although is undeniably reliant on the opponent’s field to deal massive damage on its own by one of its two effects, the archetype’s nature to keep dealing small but consecutive amounts of damage makes “Foxglove” just another part of this strategy to keep the momentum going. “Foxglove” also has the major advantage of not being limited to its own archetype in terms of materials required, able to stand out in mixed builds along other Fairies where Trickstars aren’t their priority. Lastly, the ability to summon another Trickstar upon defeat is valuable to keep a field pressence, and despite limited to lower Ratings than “Foxglove” there’s some strong candidates to take over its position. “Foxglove” might not be as devastating or consistent as other Link Monsters the archetype offers, but such simplicity on its effects and the option to use any Fairies towards its summon makes it worth a copy minimum to punish heavy boards or simply keep the constant damage flowing to the point of becoming the Deck’s winning condition.
+ When summoned deals 200 damage for each card on the opponent’s field
+ When Link Summoned and destroyed deals 200 damage for each card on the opponent’s field and summons a Rating 2 or lower Trickstar from the Extra Deck
+ One of the few Trickstars not limited to its own archetype for materials
– Relies on the opposite field to deal big damage
– Other Trickstars will be prioritized in most Duels
+ When summoned deals 200 damage for each card on the opponent’s field
+ When Link Summoned and destroyed deals 200 damage for each card on the opponent’s field and summons a Rating 2 or lower Trickstar from the Extra Deck
+ One of the few Trickstars not limited to its own archetype for materials
While his classmates excelled, he remained stagnant, unable to break free from his intellectual limitations. As he grew older, Micah's cursed existence continued to haunt him. Job after job, he found himself dismissed or overlooked for promotions that seemed within his grasp. He acquired a reputation as an unfortunate soul, a man destined for failure and disappointment. It seemed as though the world conspired against him, burdening him with a life of hardship and struggle. In matters of the heart, Micah's curse proved relentless. Relationships crumbled, leaving him broken and alone. He desperately sought love and companionship, but it always seemed to elude him. Each failed romance added to his despair, deepening the curse that enveloped his life. Micah's mental and emotional state deteriorated over time. The weight of his curse became too heavy to bear, pushing him to the brink of despair. He often questioned his purpose and the reasons behind his seemingly eternal misfortune. The sense of hopelessness that followed him became his constant companion. However, amidst the darkness, a flicker of light appeared. Micah found solace in the arts. Through writing and painting, he discovered an outlet for his emotions, a way to convey his pain and suffering to the world. These creative endeavors became his sanctuary, offering a temporary respite from the curse that plagued him. Despite the seemingly insurmountable odds stacked against him, Micah refused to let the curse define him entirely. He channeled his pain into resilience, determined to find a way to break free. With each setback, he found a new source of motivation, a renewed strength to keep pushing forward. Although his life was undoubtedly challenging, Micah's curse served as a catalyst for self-discovery and personal growth. Through his struggles, he learned the value of perseverance, empathy, and the beauty of resilience. Despite enduring a lifetime of misfortune, Micah ultimately found solace in knowing that his curse had shaped him into a stronger, more compassionate person. In the end, Micah's curse became a part of his identity, but it did not define him entirely. He was no longer a victim of circumstances but rather a survivor, a testament to the power of the human spirit to overcome adversity. Despite the challenges he faced, Micah chose to embrace the lessons learned from his cursed existence and use them as stepping stones towards a more fulfilling life..
Reviews for "Micah Rood's Curse: Tales of Misfortune from the Locals"
1. Joanne - 2/5 stars - "I was really disappointed with 'The Curse of Micah Rood'. The story started off promising, with an intriguing premise and a mysterious curse, but it quickly became predictable and lacked depth. The characters felt one-dimensional and their actions and decisions felt forced. The writing style was also lackluster, with repetitive descriptions and dialogue that didn't flow naturally. Overall, I found it to be a mediocre book and I wouldn't recommend it to others."
2. Mark - 1/5 stars - "I regret wasting my time reading 'The Curse of Micah Rood'. The plot was convoluted and confusing, with too many unnecessary subplots that didn't contribute to the overall story. The pacing was incredibly slow, and the book failed to build any suspense or tension. Additionally, the characters were unlikable and I couldn't connect with any of them. The ending was also unsatisfying, leaving many loose ends unresolved. I found this book to be a complete letdown and I wouldn't recommend it to any reader."
3. Sarah - 2/5 stars - "I had high hopes for 'The Curse of Micah Rood', but unfortunately, it fell short of my expectations. The concept of a curse haunting a small town intrigued me, but the execution was lackluster. The plot seemed scattered and disjointed, with abrupt shifts in focus and inconsistent pacing. The characters were also uninteresting and their motivations were unclear. The writing style was average at best, failing to immerse me in the story. Overall, I found this book to be disappointing and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone looking for a captivating read."