Loki Yuan Licen ARC (ALC) Review
A blade with 5 wood plies plus an Outer Aryl Carbon layer per side, rated OFF+. Loki’s own guidance places it as an Advanced-level blade for a mixed game that blends attacking and defensive elements close to and away from the table.
Construction and manufacturer ratings
| Construction | 5 Wood + 2 Outer Aryl Carbon |
|---|---|
| Face / core / power wood | Koto face, Kiri core, Ayous power layer |
| Blade type | OFF+ |
| Thickness | 5.75mm (+/-0.1mm) |
| Head size | 157mm × 150mm |
| Weight | 87g |
| Handle types | Flared (FL) / Straight (ST) |
| Speed / Control / Stiffness | 13.2 / 12.1 / 7.6 (Loki’s 1–15 manufacturer scale) |
| Playing style | All-Round |
| Player level | Advanced |
| Tournament legality | Meets the ITTF construction rule (85%+ natural wood by thickness) |
| Price | £132.99 |
Advanced level, All-Round style
Good fit if you
- Are an advanced player with an established, committed game.
- Want a blade built around a mixed game that blends attacking and defensive elements close to and away from the table.
Look elsewhere if you
- Are just starting out — a lower-priced Beginner-level blade will be more forgiving while your technique is still forming.
Rubbers that suit this blade
Loki’s own cross-sell pairing for the Yuan Licen ARC (ALC).
If the Yuan Licen ARC (ALC) isn’t quite right
Loki’s own related picks, for a different level or construction.
Closest alternatives outside Loki
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See the full side-by-side, including UK pricing, on our dedicated comparison page.
Compare →Common questions
Is the Loki Yuan Licen ARC (ALC) tournament legal?
Yes. Like every blade in the Loki range, it meets the ITTF construction rule requiring at least 85% natural wood by thickness, so it’s legal for Table Tennis England and ITTF-sanctioned league and tournament play.
What level of player is the Yuan Licen ARC (ALC) for?
Loki rates it an Advanced-level blade for a mixed game that blends attacking and defensive elements close to and away from the table.
What rubbers pair well with the Yuan Licen ARC (ALC)?
Loki’s own pairing suggests the Arthur Asia or the Telson 100. See the Pair It With section above for live pricing.
How much does the Loki Yuan Licen ARC (ALC) cost?
£132.99 at the time of writing, read live from the shop so this always matches what you’d pay at checkout. See the product page to buy.
Not sure this is the right blade?
Compare it against every other model in the range, or build a complete bat in the Racket Configurator.