[MACR] Floating Ash & Beautiful Spring : A way to counter the Meta

(Arcknight) Hello RespectYGOers! It's very random and rare but I'm here to bring awesome news and card reviews before the official Launch of "Maximum Crisis" (MACR).

While browsing for some MACR leaks and everything nice, it seems like there's no card that caught my attention until I saw this card.

Asian Championship Qualifier 2017 PH featuring: Ancient Gears

(Arcknight)  Happy new year RespectYGOers!

It's me, Arcknight and this will be my first 2017 post for January and this is all about what happened on ACQ 2017 and my 21st birthday last January 7th. Well, I'm thinking of things to do on my birthday and I said, why not join one of the grandest Yu-Gi-Oh! Events this time of the year and celebrate it with the whole community?

Asian Championship 2017 Winter Qualifiers Door Prize

This is the first Saturday wherein the new OCG January 2017 Banlist will take effect.  That being said, without further ado, here's a short summary of my tournament report using my very own (drumroll please...) "Ancient Gear" deck!

Clue: I'm the one sitting beside the guy with the black hat on the far left of this picture. Credits to YGO PH

Second Official Tournament using my Ancient Gear Deck (OCG) + Random Fusion Enforcer "Eidolon" rant

(Arcknight) Hello duelists! It's me again Arcknight back with our another not-so exciting update regarding the current Meta as well as the advent of my "Ancient Gear" Deck in the scene.

Let me share with you my newest tech in Ancient Gear against popular decks like "Zodiac Beast" and we call this the "Cheap" version of "Dimension Barrier" no other than "Grisaille Prison". What does this card do? Let me go ahead and share it with you. (P.S No hype)

Arcknight is now back with a new deck!

(Arcknight) Hello guys! Good to see you again. It's been a long while since I last posted here in this blog and I'm really excited to feature new post and I am also planning to continue writing about the meta (Full of Zodiac beasts) and about my new deck "Ancient Gears".

[OCG] TDIL Full Spoiler

Basically yet another compilation of all the cards included in the April Booster pack "The Dark Illusion(TDIL)"
Don't forget to bookmark! 

RespectYGO: [OCG] TDIL Full Spoiler Banner by Arcknight

5 Ingredients of a Competitive Yu-Gi-Oh! Deck

Welcome to the awesome world of Yu-Gi-Oh!

 

            You just opened random packs from a number of booster boxes. Congratulations! You are now one step ahead on becoming the greatest duelist after the main protagonist of the series. Actually, you are now one sweat away on getting that elusive money card. (And one tip-toe ahead on becoming broke lol)

On Becoming a Duelist

         

              It’s a little bit early but it looks like you’re so much ready. You have your deck, dice, calculator, mat, binder and of course, yourself. In other words, you are all set. Calm and collected, you arrived at the local tournament area filled with compassion and confidence that you will dominate the event. Nothing will stop you in paying the registration fees! (4 Tournaments in a row!)

OCG’s April 2016 Banlist Review & Analysis

(Arcknight) Good Day RespectYGOers! After a very long hiatus with regards to thesis papers and graduation rites, I’m back with another article featuring the latest OCG’s April 2016 Forbidden and Limited List or the April OCG Banlist.

Before we make some sudden rants, let us have a recap of what the new ban list actually looks like:

April 2016 OCG Forbidden & Limited Card List

Effective from April 1, 2016 – June 30, 2016

*Only Changes*

Forbidden:

Performapal Monkeyboard

Lavalval Chain

Life Equalizer

Limited: (Restricted to 1)

Sangan (New Errata)

Thousand-Eyes Restrict

Dante, Traveler of the Burning Abyss

Scarm, Melabranche of the Burning Abyss

Performapal Skullcrobat Joker

Ignister Prominence, the Blasting Dracoslayer

Performapal Pendulum Sorcerer

Draco Face-Off

Wavering Eyes

Luster Pendulum, the Dracoslayer

Mask Change Second

Tour Guide from the Underworld

Emergency Teleport

Domain of the True Monarchs

Pendulum Call

Reasoning

Monster Gate

Newly Semi-Limited:

Super Rejuvenation

Unlimited:

Glow-up Bulb

Kuribandit

Destiny Hero – Malicious

Mermail Abyssteus

Mind Control

Book of Moon

Gold Sarcophagus

Allure of Darkness

Dragon Shrine

Crush Card Virus

SHVI Rarity Guide ( Complete SHVI rarity Spoiler)

(Arcknight) Here is your quick rarity guide for your future pulls in SHVI! Have a blast!

SHVI Full Spoiler

Top 10 Most Popular Yu-Gi-Oh! Cards of 2015

(Arcknight)Before the year changes its last number, we are going to compile some of the most popular cards that you never expected to have its price skyrocketed. Below are the top 10 cards that fit this category: (It's ranked but does not follow any particular order)

Top 10 Most Popular YGO Cards of 2015 Banner by Arcknight

(Card Review) Light Mausoleum : Aliens anyone?

Today, we will going to have a quick review of the newest field spell in SHVI (Shining Victories) named "Light Mausoleum". Obviously, the field spell itself was intended to support the "Blue-Eyes" archetype. But did you know that it can also aid some of the most overlooked archetypes in the history of Yu-Gi-Oh! ?

Okay let me give you a hint : Aliens!

Featured Deck Guide: Dinomist Turbo Rush

              (Arcknight) Recently, “Breakers of Shadow(BOSH)” unveiled new cards that enriched the taste buds of duelists once again. New archetypes and staples were introduced as well. One of them is the newest pendulum clan called “Dinomist”. 

Against the Burning Abyss! : TOP 10 Side Deck Ideas

(Arcknight) Good Day RespectYGOers! Welcome to the era of the “Burning Abyss” (October 2015). By now, I’m quite sure that a lot of promising duelists around OCG scene have already invested on their shiny “Dante, the Traveler of the Burning Abyss” and its eloquent counterpart “Beatrice, the Eternal Lady”. But before I share some of my utmost knowledge regarding “Burning Abyss” hate, let us first discuss things that make these Melabranches so competitive!

Ridin' Solo Like a BOSH

(ArcKnight) Hey Guys! After months of hiatus and soul searching, I'm finally back to share another article about my views and opinions about this new card that caught my attention.( Seriously)

The one I am ranting about is the new BOSH (Breakers of Shadow) card " Solo the Melodious Songstress" . For those who do not know this card so well, let me introduce her to all of you!

(OCG) SP Format: Tier Impact [Part 1]

(Arcknight) Finally I'm back after 5 weeks of blogging hiatus.Well today,we will going to conduct a quick analysis on how the newest and hottest SP Format will affect the top tier decks of today.

Recently,we have been fazed by huge amount of spoilers and leaks that were hard to digest.First on our list was the shocking "July 2015 Forbidden & Limited List" that taught us on how to react on something with no emotions.To make the long story short, the list came with the surprising "No Change" tag on every corner of it. But before somebody pull their champagnes out, Konami announced that they will be having minor changes that will be implemented starting July 1st up to the end of September.The one I am talking about is the Set Block/Rotation or  most commonly known as the SP Format.

What is SP Format?

"Aroma":The Smell of Victory!

(ArcKnight) Hello readers and welcome to another edition of articles featuring your favorite decks!

Today,we are going to feature an archetype which catches my attention the most.The one I am talking about is the clan of fragrant Female Plant-type monsters known as "Aroma".

"Aroma" was recently introduced in CORE as the first deck focused in gaining advantage by means of gaining life points.It's been a while since we have an interesting concept like this.For us to gain some familiarity,let us review the theme monsters!

Melodious : Fusing with Style and Harmony!

(ArcKnight) Wazzup RespectYGOers! Your favorite admin is back with another interesting article for the month of April.Actually,I just did an audition for a Singing Contest( Which luckily I passed) and just to inform you that I sing as well lol.Because of that,I think featuring cards with the same genre as I am will do especially with the recently announced "Melodious" cards in April 18's "Clash of Rebellion" booster pack.

New "Melodious" cards coming your way starting off with "Opera,the Melodious Diva" and "Crystal Rose"!

source: YuGiOh OCG Twitter

" 3 Birds in one CORE! " -featuring "Bird of Paradise Lost"

(ArcKnight) Well,hello guys! I'm back and still kickin' even after the aftermath of the recently announced "April OCG and TCG Forbidden Ban List"!.  The list surely wreck havoc Dragon Rulers to the fullest,but "YGO is like a river,it goes over and over again so we have to move on,adapt, and explore new cards and strategies!"

Garunix,Fenghuang and Bird of Lost Paradise: Any similarities? (Clue: Wings)

101's Tournament Report 2/22/15 Featuring "Yosenju"

(ArcKnight)It's been a while since I did a tournament report but this time,I'm going to share a Locals report using "Yosenju".

101's Tournament Report Featuring Yosenju

"Your Reliable Quick Reference"-Crossover Souls(CROS) Full Set Spoiler+ Images

 (ArcKnight) Just a random article containing all CROS cards to all our RespectYGOers.This can serve as your quick reference in case you got a random card in this set and you want to classify it by image or effect. Enjoy and don't forget to Bookmark!

All Hail the Great Monarchs!-Official Guide to "Vassal Monarchs"(Updated)

(ArcKnight) Hello there. Awhile ago, I was making a full set spoiler for CROS like we were always doing but unfortunately,the "Blogger" has malfunctioned and corrupt my whole post(I was like on the 42nd card then every characters on that article got distorted.) Anyway,I will just make another article about the things I like in Yu-Gi-Oh!,and one of them is the new "Vassal" archetype in CROS.If you look at these cards,you will notice that they are the younger version of our monarch which I found very adorable.In addition,they are good fodder to summon the big "Monarchs" consistently.And because of that,I decided to compile these new and amazing "Vassal" cards.Here they are!


From Humble Beginnings...

Fuuetei Kashin Garm / Garm the Storm Vassal
Level 3 WIND Winged Beast-Type Effect Monster
ATK 800
DEF 1000
You can only use each effect of “Garm the Storm vassal” once per turn.
(1) You can return 1 Tribute Summoned monster you control to the hand; Special Summon this card from your hand. You cannot Special Summon monsters from your Extra Deck for the rest of this turn.
(2) If this card is Tributed for a Tribute Summon: You can add 1 monster with 800 ATK and 1000 DEF from your Deck to your hand, except “Garm the Storm Vassal”.






Review:
Just one of the new "Vassal" card that can make a "Monarch" deck consistent.The fact that it can search other "Vassals" solidifies the whole concept.Furthermore,it recycles our "Monarchs" which can then re-used their trigger effects.This card is a great addition to our arsenal of emperors so I suggest RUN 3.

Raitei Kashin Mithra / Mithra the Thunder Vassal
Level 2 LIGHT Thunder-Type Effect Monster
ATK 800
DEF 1000
You can only use each effect of “Mithra the Thunder vassal” once per turn.
(1) During your Main Phase: You can Special Summon this card from your hand, and if you do, Special Summon 1 “Vassal Token” (Thunder-Type/LIGHT/Level 1 /ATK 800/DEF 1000) to your opponent’s side of the field in Defense Position. You cannot Special Summon monsters from your Extra Deck for the rest of this turn.
(2) If this card is Tributed for a Tribute Summon: During your Main Phase this turn, you can Tribute Summon 1 monster in addition to your Normal Summon/Set. (You can only gain this effect once per turn.)


Review:
I never thought that "Zaborg,the Thunder Monarchs" has a female counterpart.This card is simple,you can easily summon this card with ease.If your wondering why it summons a random token,if you are a "Monarch" player before,there are times that you wanted to push for damage but your "Monarchs" will trigger and remove itself because its the only card on the field.With these card,you are ensured to avoid self destruction.I suggest RUN 3.

Chitei Kashin Landrobe / Landrobe the Rock Vassal
Level 4 EARTH Rock-Type Effect Monster
ATK 800
DEF 1000
You can only use each effect of “Landrobe the Rock Vassal” once per turn. (1) You can target 1 face-up monster your opponent controls; Special Summon this card from your hand, and if you do, change that target to face-down Defense Position. You cannot Special Summon monsters from your Extra Deck for the rest of this turn. (2) If this card is Tributed for a Tribute Summon: You can target 1 monster with 800 ATK and 1000 DEF in your Graveyard, except “Landrobe the Rock Vassal”; add it to your hand.




Review:
How adorable that pic.It is "Grandmarg,the Rock Monarch's" younger servant.Even though I do not play "Monarchs",I still want to get a copy of this card for my collection.As for the effect,it recycles your vassals after you tributed this cute little rock.It also has the inbuilt "Cyber Dragon",Ghostrick Jackfrost esque effect to make sure that you can have a tribute fodder for your "Monarchs".RUN 3

Jatei Kashin Lucius / Lucius the Shadow Vassal
Level 1 DARK Fiend-Type Effect Monster
ATK 800
DEF 1000
You can only use each effect of “Lucius the Shadow Vassal” once per turn.
(1) You can banish 1 Level 5 or higher monster from your Graveyard; Special Summon this card from your hand. You cannot Special Summon monsters from your Extra Deck for the rest of this turn.
(2) If this card is Tributed for a Tribute Summon: You can look at all Set cards your opponent controls. Your opponent cannot activate cards or effects in response to this effect’s activation.





Review:

He can be useful as another tribute fodder by just banishing a "Monarch" monster in your grave but I think this card is a little bit slow.Also,his second effect is a bit random.No advantage at all unless you want to be a fortune teller(predicting your opponent's set cards).Not unless this can cause those set cads miss the timing lol.

RUN 0 or 3 ,really,not that useful in our strategy.

Entei Kashin Berlines / Berlines the Firestorm Vassal
Level 3 FIRE Pyro Effect Monster
ATK 800
DEF 1000
You can only use each effect of “Berlines the Firestorm Vassal” once per turn.
(1) You can discard 1 card; Special Summon this card from your hand. During this turn, you cannot Special Summon monster from the Extra Deck.
(2) If this card is Tributed for a Tribute Summon: You can reveal your opponent’s hand, and banish 1 card there until the end of the turn.








Review:
Finally we have our FIRE "Vassal".Basically,it combos pretty well with Lucius the Shadow Vassal. However,it offers the same mediocre effect just like the little caius.Banishing a card on your opponent's hand is a little random knowing that it can go back to your opponent's hand during the end of the turn.

Cool art tho.

RUN 0-3 If you find it useful.

Escher the Frost Vassal
Level 4 WATER Aqua Effect Monster
ATK 800
DEF 1000
(1) If your opponent controls 2 or more card(s) in their Spell & Trap card zone;You can special summon this card (from your hand).

Review:
Who would've thought that "Vassals" can be an archetype.This is the very first "Vassal" released way back then.It's condition really compliment "Mobius the Frost Monarch" as it destroys up to 2 Spell & Trap cards. It is quite descent but it is outlassed by new "Vassals" It is also very dependent on your opponent cards.
RUN 0-3 If you insist lol.


Behold the true Dominion!

Shin Teiou Ryuuiki / The True Monarch Dominion
Field Spell Card
(1) If you have no cards in your Extra Deck and control a Tribute Summoned monster while your opponent does not control a Tribute Summoned monster, your opponent cannot Special Summon from their Extra Deck.
(2) Tribute Summoned monsters you control gain 800 ATK during damage calculations when they attack an opponent’s monster.
(3) Once per turn: You can have 1 monster with 2800 ATK and 1000 DEF in your hand lose 2 Levels until the end of the turn.






Review:
At last we have our true Field Spell card(let's graduate from the good 'ol orichalcos).

It helps us to push for damage and we know that "Monarchs" struggle from monster who has greater attack.Also,it's lockdown ability for extra deck monster is very insane.

RUN 1-2


Wrap-up:
I really wanted to post a full CROS spoiler but blogger has prevented me from doing it for some reason lol.
Hopefully,you have fun reading my article.Don't forget to share this to your friends!

Also,Happy 1st Anniversary to our blog.It's been a year of inspiring and respecting the game we love!

So long!


-ArcKnight