Fabled Starter Deck Review: Emerald & Ruby (Max Goof & Powerline)

The release of Disney Lorcana’s ninth expansion, Fabled, brought a massive wave of high-energy 90s nostalgia to the card table. Leading the charge is the Emerald and Ruby starter deck, constructed around characters from A Goofy Movie. Built for speed, high-tempo plays, and flashy musical sequences, this deck offers players a fast-paced, aggressive way to rush down opponents before they can mount a defense.

Overview & Price Point

• Release Date: September 5, 2025
• MSRP: $16.99
• Ink Combination: Emerald (Disruption/Agility) and Ruby (Aggression/Speed)
• Core Strategy: Evasive questing, rapid tempo shifts, and song synergy.

This deck operates on high-speed mechanics. By combining Emerald’s elusive questers with Ruby’s aggressive combat modifiers and unique song roster, it keeps opponents perpetually on the defensive.

What’s Inside the Box

• 1 Prebuilt 60-Card Deck (featuring foil versions of Max Goof and Powerline)
• 1 Fabled Booster Pack (12 randomized cards)
• 11 Cardstock Damage Counters
• 1 Concert-Themed Paper Playmat with built-in lore tracker
• 1 Quickstart Rulebook

Full Card List

Card Name	Ink Type	Rarity	Card Type	Qty
Max Goof – Rebellious Teen (Foil)	Emerald	Rare	Character	1
Powerline – World’s Greatest Rock Star (Foil)	Ruby	Super Rare	Character	1
Powerline – Musical Superstar	Ruby	Rare	Character	1
Goofy – Set for Adventure	Emerald	Rare	Character	1
Kuzco – Temperamental Emperor	Emerald	Rare	Character	1
Bobby Zimuruski – Spray Cheese Kid	Ruby	Uncommon	Character	2
Donald Duck – Perfect Gentleman	Ruby	Uncommon	Character	2
LeFou – Instigator	Ruby	Uncommon	Character	2
Megara – Pulling the Strings	Emerald	Uncommon	Character	2
Roxanne – Powerline Fan	Emerald	Uncommon	Character	2
Virana – Fang Chief	Emerald	Uncommon	Character	2
Wildcat – Mechanic	Emerald	Uncommon	Character	2
Mother Knows Best	Emerald	Uncommon	Action	2
Signed Contract	Emerald	Uncommon	Action	2
Max Goof – Rockin’ Teen	Emerald	Common	Character	3
Powerline – Taking the Stage	Ruby	Common	Character	3
Aladdin – Prince Ali	Ruby	Common	Character	3
Donald Duck – Sleepwalker	Emerald	Common	Character	3
Mickey Mouse – Steamboat Pilot	Emerald	Common	Character	3
P.J. Pete – Caught Up in the Music	Emerald	Common	Character	3
Sergeant Tibbs – Courageous Cat	Ruby	Common	Character	3
A Pirate’s Life	Ruby	Common	Song	2
Be King Undisputed	Ruby	Common	Song	2
I2I	Ruby	Common	Song	2
Improvise	Ruby	Common	Action	3
Stand Out	Ruby	Common	Song	2
You Can Fly!	Ruby	Common	Song	3
Agrabah – Marketplace	Ruby	Common	Location	3

Pros and Cons

Pros	Cons
Blistering Early Speed: Capable of picking up massive amounts of lore before defensive decks can establish a board presence.	Fragile to Board Wipes: Highly vulnerable to broad, unconditional card removal items and songs.
Exceptional Song Variety: Features a highly cohesive, music-driven action package that easily alters early combat math.	Linear Game Plan: Hard to pivot to a defensive strategy if your initial aggressive rush is contained.

Final Thoughts

The Emerald and Ruby Fabled starter deck delivers exactly what it promises: high speed, loud mechanics, and unmatched flavor for fans of 90s Disney animation. While its linear style can make it vulnerable to high-tier control decks, its raw speed and explosive song chains make it an absolute blast for casual league nights and friendly matches.