Taken Captive, Kaoru Kamiya

Description

The 2025 Booster Pack Rurouni Kenshin expansion for the Weiß Schwarz trading card game introduces 'Taken Captive, Kaoru Kamiya' as card RKN/S115-E052. Classified as a U-rarity Character card, this piece belongs to the Meiji Romantic Story and Acting Master subtypes, offering collectors a specific entry point into the series' narrative-driven gameplay. The card’s design and mechanics reflect the intense interpersonal dynamics of the Rurouni Kenshin universe, particularly focusing on Kaoru’s pivotal role during moments of high tension. From a gameplay perspective, this card provides strategic depth through two distinct Auto abilities. The first effect triggers when the card is placed on the stage from hand, provided the player controls at least two other Meiji Romantic Story characters. Activating this ability allows the player to draw a card but requires discarding another card from hand to the waiting room, creating a calculated risk-reward scenario for resource management. The second ability activates when the card is frontal attacked, allowing the player to pay a cost by clocking the top card of their deck. If paid, the player can exchange this card with a 'Protecting Without Killing, Kenshin Himura' card from their hand, serving as a defensive pivot to protect more valuable assets. For Weiß Schwarz enthusiasts, this card represents a tangible connection to the Rurouni Kenshin storyline, capturing a moment where hostages and threats drive the narrative forward. The flavor text hints at the psychological stakes involved, noting how taking Kaoru hostage could anger Kenshin and revert him to his past as the hitokiri. Collectors appreciate cards like RKN/S115-E052 for their ability to blend thematic storytelling with functional mechanics. Whether building a competitive deck or assembling a thematic collection, this card offers a unique blend of character identity and mechanical utility within the Weiß Schwarz ecosystem.