Burst Protocol: The Evolution of the Fleet
The release of the Burst Protocol expansion (2026) marks a fundamental evolution for the "Bacterian Empire Ship" (B.E.S.) archetype. Historically viewed as a casual "orbital defense" strategy, the introduction of B.E.S. Derringer Core, Super B.E.S. Metal Slave, and Boss on Parade has fundamentally altered the deck's operational parameters. The new support transforms B.E.S. into a dynamic, high-velocity combo-control engine that utilizes the Graveyard as a second hand and turns self-destruction mechanics into powerful recursion loops.
The consistency engine. A Level 10 Quick Effect searcher that fetches Zelos or Boss Rush, fixing the deck's historic reliance on hard-drawing field spells.
The new boss. Dumps 5 B.E.S. cards from Deck to GY to summon itself (deck thinning), and offers a Quick Effect "pop 2" interaction.
Remains a key component as a recyclable Level 8 body for Derringer Core to revive from the Graveyard.
The bridge. Searches any B.E.S. monster on activation and connects the "B.E.S." bosses with "Gradius" (Vic Viper) support.
Still the heart of the deck. Grants targeting/destruction protection and enables special summons. Now searchable via Derringer.
Crucial for the grind game. Combined with Metal Slave's self-destruct capability, it creates an infinite resource loop.
This modern combo demonstrates the high-consistency opening established by the new Burst Protocol support, moving from a single searcher to a full board.
Activate Boss on Parade. Add B.E.S. Derringer Core from your Deck to your hand. This is your primary starter.
Reveal another B.E.S. in hand to Special Summon Derringer Core. Use its Quick Effect: remove 1 counter to search B.E.F. Zelos from your Deck.
Activate Zelos to search Boss Rush. Then, use Zelos to Special Summon the B.E.S. monster you revealed earlier (or Metal Slave if available).
The new standard. Focuses on setting up disruption via Metal Slave while thinning the deck to draw into non-engine power cards.
Utilizes the Level 10 status of Derringer Core to access the powerful Earth Machine Rank 10 engine for OTKs.
As of the current TCG format, the B.E.S. archetype is entirely unrestricted, allowing it to operate at full capacity.
Play any card at your preferred ratio without restrictions
Access to all archetype synergies without limitations
No banlist constraints holding back your strategy
Banlist Status Summary
Core cards checked:
• B.E.F. Zelos
• B.E.S. Big Core
• B.E.S. Big Core MK-2
• B.E.S. Big Core MK-3
• B.E.S. Blaster Cannon Core
• B.E.S. Covered Core
• B.E.S. Crystal Core
• B.E.S. Derringer Core
• B.E.S. Tetran
• Boss Rush
• Super B.E.S. Metal Slave
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0 restrictions found •
All cards legal at 3 copies
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