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yu-gi-oh! The cards are inspired by pop culture icons such as Godzilla and Star Wars.
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Prototypes like Kozmo and Cryptid mimic well-known references such as Star Wars and Bigfoot.
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Cards like Entities and Runicks pay tribute to Lovecraftian Horror and Classic RPG games.
Seeing Yu-Gi-Oh is nothing new! It is referenced in pop culture. But did you know that Yu-gi-oh? Are you gaining a lot of inspiration from other media? There are all the archetypes based on popular films, folklore and even literature. Some of these references are very well known, while others need to dig a bit into thousands of entries in the card game.
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From far away galaxies to some of the most terrifying creatures that go against all logic, Yu-gi-oh! I know how to slide with a good reference. So there are a few cards that draw inspiration from your favorite pop culture icons.
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Kaiju
Godzilla and other Japanese monsters
It’s the king of monsters. Kaiju is all inspired by the legendary film monsters of Japanese cinema. It has Godzilla and Mechagodzilla stand-in, and three dragons that can control lightning like Ghidorah.
Kaiju doesn’t just take inspiration from Godzilla. They also immerse their toes in the world of Gamera. Click on Gameciel after just looking at it. Even the archetype mechanism revolves around making these Titans fight each other in one-on-one combat.
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Cosmo
This prototype has strong power
If your Kozmo card is a little familiar, you need to search for feelings. Deep down you know they are Star Wars references. There are monsters using lightsabers, cheeky little droids, and even giant mechas that terrorize fields like hot.
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Some cards capture more than the design of the Star Wars series. They also recreate iconic moments such as the fateful duel and the arrival of droids to tattoos. Even if you’re not playing these cards, their theme is worth collecting them.
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Inzektor
The ranger is here
Inzektors are very easy to assemble together. In fact, they form a complete unit. These monsters are based on popular ranger-type heroes, from Kamen Riders to Power Rangers. Especially since Kamen Rider himself is a rhinoceros beetle.
Like all ranger teams, Inzektors has a unified theme that brings together teams. This is why they are all named after a variety of insects, such as Hornets, Dragonflies, and Earwigs. With its insect motifs and ability to unite together in battle, this archetype is perfect for sudden duels in rock quarries.
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Super Quantity
Yu-gi-oh’s Voltron!
Voltron is an iconic staple in the science fiction genre. These are a group of giant robots shaped like animals that can unite to form powerful robots. This robot can have a big name just to show how cool it is.
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Super Quantum takes this concept and Yu-gi-oh! Applies to. There are multiple mech beasts that have additional effects when holding the pilot as material. They can then come together to form a super Quantal Mech King Great Magnus.
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Cryptids
Now you see them, now you won’t
Pop culture often refers to the mystical codes that appear to be inhabited by the world. Creatures like Bigfoot, Loch Ness and Mothman are claimed to have been seen all the time, but there is no actual confirmation. Cryptids makes the most of this trope.
These are dangerous! A monster living on a mysterious island. Each is inspired by a different real-world Cryptid. Like an elusive counterpart, your opponent simply peers at them with your hands before returning to hide within the other cards.
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entity
HP Lovecraft has affected hatred
HP Lovecraft is Yu-Gi-Oh! You know that when you meet them, monsters become creepy. Not only do these cards have a unique art style, they also depict various creatures from Lovecraft Mithos. There are some tweaks to the name.
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Just give a few monsters a name and there are old entities Cthugua, Autourty Entity Nyarla, and Autour Entity Azathot. The archetype also includes a mysterious forbidden trapezoid artifact that allows you to directly summon the fear of the universe from the extra deck if it meets your requirements.
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Fortune Lady
Clamp-inspired archetype
Fortune Lady Cards have some sneaky little references that you’ll notice if you’re familiar with clamp design and naming treaties. Some of the signature titles for Crump are CardCaptor Sakura and Magic Knight Rayearth.
Returning to the original release of Fortune Lady in OCG, you will notice that their names nod slightly to Sakura’s elemental cloak card. One example of this is how OCG’s Fortune Lady Water was named Fortune Lady Water. This is in line with Sakura’s Clow Card, watery.
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It was covered in ashes
I’ll prepare to die
The ashed archetype is directly inspired by two different sources. As for the setting, the card’s story features fire-filled city and magma just like Pompeii. However, the design of the cards appears to come directly from the Dark Souls series.
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You have a fading ember, a warrior in intricate armor, and a giant dragon that threatens to destroy all creation. All monsters simply relive their eternal cycle of destruction and their battle with Vidos. Their souls are connected to a burning city.
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alien
Given some of the more popular alien encounters in pop culture, you might think of crop circles from signs, small grey aliens that whisk you up at night, or the alien Xenomorph. There are many of these references in the alien archetype.
From Alien Overlord to Alien Grey, these beings arrive on the field and spread their influence all over the board. This means an A-count that penetrates your opponent’s monsters, allowing you to control them, or even blow them up from within.
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Runicks
Classic RPG action
Runicks is known for their ability to stun opponents and remove the entire deck. However, Runick Quick Place Spell has similar art depicting various first-person RPG moments. If you’re familiar with games like Skyrim and Oblivion, you’ll soon be able to recognize the pose.
You can see the world through the characters’ eyes. Each Quick Play spell allows you to swing some kind of fantasy weapon or cast spells to save a day. From melting ice to fighting massive monsters, Runicks is a great nod to the fantasy RPG genre.
yu-gi-oh! Trading Card Game
Yu-gi-oh! Trading Card Game (TCG) allows children, teenagers and adults of all ages to relive the exciting duels in the animated Yu-Gi-Oh! series. With Yu-gi-oh! TCG, players use the cards they collect to create a deck consisting of 40-60 cards. They then use their deck to face off against their opponents in a game of strategy, luck and skill.
- Original release date
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February 4, 1999
- Player count
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2 players (1 vs. 1)
- Age recommendation
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8 or more
- Length per game
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20 minutes
