Virulent Touch

Description

Virulent Touch, identified as card OUT169, is a distinct action card from the 2023 Flesh and Blood OUT expansion. Designed specifically for Assassin and Ranger heroes, this 0-cost action serves as a flexible tool for early-game disruption. Its low pitch cost allows players to integrate it into their strategy without draining resource pools, making it a staple for decks seeking tempo advantages. The card’s mechanics are defined by its unique resolution effect. Because it cannot be played directly from the hand, it requires setup through the chain link system. When the chain link resolves, if the defending hero responds with a card drawn from their hand, a Bloodrot Pox token is created under that defender's control. This mechanic forces opponents to make difficult choices: they must weigh the benefit of defending against the attack against the long-term disadvantage of accumulating negative tokens. For collectors of the Flesh and Blood trading card game, OUT169 represents a clever design philosophy that prioritizes strategic depth over raw power. Collector interest in this card often centers on its role in specific hero archetypes and its place within the OUT set's narrative. Mark Poole’s artwork accompanies the card, adding visual appeal to its functional design. Whether you are building a competitive deck or curating a collection of Flesh and Blood essentials, this card offers both gameplay utility and set completeness.