Who are the Spotlight Deck leaders?

Chancellor Palpatine and Padmé Amidala.

What kind of strategy shifts does this set bring?

More emphasis on information control, hand management, trait synergy, timing leader deployment.

Is Secrets of Power for new players too?

Yes—while some cards require experience to make full use of, the prebuilt decks (Spotlight Decks) help newcomers jump in with the new mechanics right away.

Secrets of Power Revealed — Star Wars: Unlimited’s New Set Leans Into Politics & Schemes

The sixth expansion set for Star Wars: Unlimited, titled Secrets of Power, is dropping on November 7, 2025. This set shifts focus from the usual battlefields and lightsaber duels to the shadows—saboteurs, schemers, and political intrigue. It promises new mechanics, fresh leaders, and cards that revolve around deception, information control, and sly strategy.

Here’s what fans should be most excited about.

Key Highlights & What Makes This Set Unique

1. Spotlight Deck Leaders: Padmé Amidala & Chancellor Palpatine

The two pre-built Spotlight Decks come with special trailers. One is led by Chancellor Palpatine, the other by Padmé Amidala.
These decks aren’t just reskins—they showcase the new mechanics and offer new Special-rarity cards to jumpstart building with those themes.

2. New Mechanics: Plot & Disclose

Plot: A keyword tied to leader-deployment. When you deploy your leader, you may play a card with “Plot” from your resources—paying its printed cost—and replace it with the top card of your deck. It’s about planning ahead, and pulling off strategic plays right when your leader appears.
Disclose: Cards that force players to reveal or show specific cards or icons from their hand. This adds a cat-and-mouse tactical layer—one that rewards hand-management and reading your opponent.

3. Tokens, Traits & Strategy Twists

There are new Token units (“Spy” tokens) that show up in this set, adding more tactical variety.
Traits like Official, Villainy, Heroism, Vigilance etc., appear in new combinations. Plus, some cards reward players who can juggle traits from multiple aspects.
Cards like “When Has Become Now” give players options to accelerate certain parts of their gameplan early.

Strategy Tips & Deck Ideas

Using Palpatine’s deck, you’ll want to build up to deploying your leader with high resources so that the Plot mechanic can be used to maximum effect. Drop cards with Plot at the right time to swing momentum.
Padmé’s deck leans more on clever timing—discarding or revealing cards at key moments to trigger abilities, putting pressure on opponents.
Be mindful of trait synergies: some cards do more when you have certain aspect icons, or when you control cards with overlapping traits. The new combinations in this set reward thoughtful card choices.

Why Secrets of Power Looks Like a Game-Changer

Moves away from pure combat: it’s less about who swings lightsabers best and more about who can scheme best. This gives players new ways to win other than strength.
Information as a gameplay mechanic: with Plot and Disclose, what’s in your hand, what you reveal, and what you keep hidden matters almost as much as board presence.
Fresh variety: the addition of Spy tokens, new trait combos, and hybrid deck building make this set something both veteran players and newcomers can enjoy.

Final Thoughts

If you enjoy Star Wars: Unlimited already, Secrets of Power promises to give you a fresh challenge. Whether you prefer plotting from behind the scenes or being on the front lines with surprise plays, this set seems designed to let you pull off cunning wins instead of brute force. Mark November 7, 2025 on your calendar—it could reshape how you build decks, plan your plays, and think about strategy in the game.

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