Summary
Since its debut in April 2020, theDigimon Card Gamehas quickly become a standout in the trading card world. Blending fast-paced, strategic gameplay with deep-cut Digimon nostalgia, it has attracted both longtime fans and competitive TCG players alike. With beautifully illustrated cards and a constantly evolving meta, the game has cultivated a passionate and growing global community.
To celebrate its early success, Premium Bandai released the Tamer’s Evolution Box in February 2021. This limited-edition collector’s set included the game’s first official playmat, a two-player memory gauge, themed card sleeves, a matching deck case, and eight stunning alternate art cards, each showcasing one of the original DigiDestined partner Digimon in their Ultimate forms.
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8Horn Buster
The card shown here is the Horn Buster from the Final Championships 2021 Tamer’s Evolution Pack. The version included in the Tamer’s Evolution Box features the same artwork, but does not include the Championship 2021 Finals stamp.
Horn Buster is an Option card showcasing MegaKabuterimon, the Ultimate form of Tentomon. Known for its overwhelming physical strength, one of MegaKabuterimon’s signature techniques is Horn Buster, in which it impales its opponents with its massive horn. In the Digimon Card Game, Horn Buster grants +3,000 DP to one of your active Digimon for the rest of the turn, providing a significant temporary boost that can shift the tide during battle phases.
The base version of Horn Buster first appeared in the Release Special Booster Ver. 1.0. Among all the cards featured in the Tamer’s Evolution Box, Horn Buster is notable for having the fewest reprints, making its alternate art foil version one of the most limited and unique in the set.
7Shadow Wing
Shadow Wing features striking artwork of Garudamon engulfed in flames, evoking the image of a fiery phoenix. This Option card grants one of your Digimon +3,000 DP for the remainder of the turn, a simple yet impactful boost that can turn the tide in early or mid-game battles.
Originally released as acommon card in the Starter Deck: Gaia Red (ST-1), Shadow Wing saw renewed attention with its alternate art reprint in the Tamer’s Evolution Box. This premium version features enhanced artwork and foil detailing, making it a standout despite its low-cost utility. Due to its popularity and accessibility, this alternate art was also included in the English-exclusive Final Championships 2021 Tamer’s Evolution Pack, further cementing its value among collectors and competitive players alike.
6Heaven’s Gate
Heaven’s Gateis an Option cardfeaturing MagnaAngemon, the ultimate form of Patamon, as he unleashes one of his signature attacks. Also known as Gate of Destiny, this powerful technique opens a dimensional rift that can trap enemies in subspace or fire blasts of spectro energy. In the Digimon Card Game, this is represented by a tactical boost: one of your Digimon gains +3,000 DP for the rest of the turn, giving it a vital edge during battles.
Originally released in the Starter Deck: Heaven’s Yellow (ST-3), Heaven’s Gate later received a foil alternate art version in the Tamer’s Evolution Box. This premium version showcases MagnaAngemon in a radiant, ethereal design that has become a favorite among collectors. Due to its popularity, this artwork was also included in the exclusive Final Championships 2021 Tamer’s Evolution Pack. The Tamer’s Evolution version was released in Japanese, English, and Korean, but notably excluded from the Chinese sets, increasing its scarcity in that market.
5Flower Cannon
Lillymon is a Fairy Digimon and the Ultimate evolution of Palmon. One of her signature attacks is Flower Cannon, where she forms a gun muzzle from the petals on her wrists and fires an energy blast at her enemies. In the Digimon Card Game, Flower Cannon is an Option card that suspends one of your opponent’s Digimon, offering a key tactical advantage.
The base version of Flower Cannon debuted in Release Special Booster Ver. 1.0, alongside Horn Buster. Of all the cards selected for inclusion in the Tamer’s Evolution Box, Flower Cannon was the only one whose base card held a Rare rarity. In addition to its alternate foil art in the Tamer’s Evolution Box and the Final Championships 2021 Tamer’s Evolution Pack, Flower Cannon also received two other foil alternate versions—one in Release Special Booster Ver. 1.0 and another in the Starter Deck: Ultimate Ancient Dragon.
4Heaven’s Charm
Heaven’s Charm is an Option cardfeaturing Angewomon, a celestial Digimon often seen fighting alongside Angemon and MagnaAngemon. In the anime, their coordinated attacks deliver devastating holy damage, especially to dark or evil-aligned Digimon. While Angewomon’s signature move is Celestial Arrow, this card highlights Heaven’s Charm, a holy cross-shaped blast of light that purifies and weakens enemies. In the Digimon Card Game, Heaven’s Charm reduces one of your opponent’s Digimon by 2,000 DP for the rest of the turn, making it a strategic card for weakening strong foes or enabling key knockouts.
The base version first appeared in the Starter Deck: Heaven’s Yellow (ST-3). Its alternate art foil version gained popularity after being included in both the Tamer’s Evolution Box and the Final Championships 2021 Tamer’s Evolution Pack for English sets. While this version was never released in Chinese sets, it was included in the Korean booster set Battle of Omni, adding to its international appeal and collector value.
3Cocytus Breath
Cocytus Breath is an Option card based on MetalGarurumon, the final form of Garurumon anda powerful Cyborg Digimon. His signature attack - Metal Wolf Claw, also known as Cocytus Breath - unleashes a blast of cold air at absolute zero, instantly freezing anything in its path. In the Digimon Card Game, this ability is mirrored by a powerful effect: returning one of your opponent’s Digimon to their hand, disrupting their board and gaining critical tempo.
First released in the Starter Deck: Cocytus Blue, Cocytus Breath quickly became a key card in blue-based control strategies. The card was later featured with alternate art and foil treatment in the Tamer’s Evolution Box, showcasing MetalGarurumon in a sleek, premium design.
2Gaia Force
Gaia Force is a powerful Option card featuring WarGreymon preparing to unleash his signature attack: Gaia Force (also known as Terra Force). In the anime, WarGreymon gathers atmospheric energy into a single point before hurling it at his foes in a devastating blast. In the Digimon Card Game, this translates to a simple yet brutal effect: delete one of your opponent’s Digimon, regardless of its size or strength.
First introduced as a common card in Starter Deck: Gaia Red (ST-1), Gaia Force quickly became a staple in red-based strategies due to its unmatched removal power. Its special edition foil version, included in the Tamer’s Evolution Box, elevates the card with premium artwork and shimmering effects.
1Hammer Spark
Hammer Spark is an Option card inspired by Zudomon, the Sea Animal Digimon known for wielding Thor’s Hammer. His signature move, Vulcan’s Hammer (also called Hammer Spark), channels raw energy through the weapon in a flash of lightning. In the Digimon Card Game, this card translates that explosive power into a Security effect that grants you +2 memory when revealed, giving players a sudden and often game-altering tempo swing.
Originally released in Starter Deck: Cocytus Blue, Hammer Spark quickly became a staple in blue decks for its low cost and momentum-shifting potential. The foil alternate art version included in the Tamer’s Evolution Box features enhanced detailing that highlights Zudomon’s power and adds a premium flair to any collection. Despite being easy to include in early decks, this special version has become a sought-after card among collectors and competitive players alike.
