Lightning's Swift Strike
Immense Aspect Opening by u/HunterIV4 Source ↗
A major-power-focused opening for the Immense aspect. Alternates G2 for the first two turns to build presence, then reclaims on turn 3 to pick up majors. From turn 4 onward, repeat the cycle aiming for 5 plays and two pairs of strong majors with good thresholds.
Growth (Pick One)
Gain 1 Energy
Gain 3 Energy Presence Tracks
Cards (1 played of 2 plays)
Played

In Hand






Innate Powers
2
3
4
1
5
2
Turn Summary
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1 Notes
G2: Place 2 presence, both from the energy track (top). Uncovers 2 energy/turn. Play Shatter Homesteads to destroy a town and generate fear early.
Growth (Pick One)
Gain 1 Energy
Gain 3 Energy Presence Tracks
Cards (2 played of 4 plays)
Played


In Hand




Discard
Shatter Homesteads
Innate Powers
2
3
4
1
5
2
Turn Summary
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2 Notes
G2: Place 2 presence, both from the card plays track (bottom). Uncovers 4 card plays. Play Harbingers of the Lightning plus Lightning's Boon (if you need the energy gift) or Raging Storm instead (to stop a build). G3 is not needed here — Immense Lightning rarely has energy problems.
Growth (Pick One)
Gain 1 Energy
Gain 3 Energy Presence Tracks
Cards (0 played of 4 plays)
In Hand







Innate Powers
2
3
4
1
5
2
Turn Summary
Notes
G1: Reclaim all, gain a major power (replace Lightning's Boon in 1-hand solo, or Raging Storm otherwise). Play the new major and possibly a minor depending on thresholds. From here, repeat the G2/G2/G1 cycle, picking up majors each reclaim turn. Aim for wind and fire majors to hit your innate threshold. Don't be afraid to forget a weaker major for a stronger one — two expensive and two cheaper majors is a great combo.