Konami has officially announced the highly anticipated Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel banlist update, set for a July 11th effective date, and players are buzzing with excitement. Late last week, the company detailed the changes for eleven different cards, with two cards being completely removed from the competitive format and several others undergoing limits and restrictions.
The first major change in the banlist is the ban of Kaiser Colosseum and Catapult Turtle. Both these cards were popular among players and often used as powerful floodgate cards. Kaiser Colosseum limited the opponent’s ability to summon monsters, while Catapult Turtle was recently banned in the Japanese OCG due to its enablement of “first-turn kill” decks. These removals will surely have a major impact on the gameplay and deck-building strategies of many players.
In addition, the floodgate Trap card Summon Limit has been limited to only one copy per deck, reducing its effectiveness and giving players a chance to adapt to its restrictions. This change shows that Konami is determined to create a more balanced and competitive environment for players.
Moving on to the Semi-Limited section, four cards have been set to two copies per deck. The most notable one being Divine Arsenal AA-ZEUS – Sky Thunder, which has risen up from its previously limited status. Along with this, Bonfire, Rescue-ACE Air Lifter, and Purrelyly have also lost a copy. These changes will not only affect current popular decks but also give players the opportunity to experiment with new playstyles and strategies.
Forbidden
- Kaiser Colosseum (previously Limited)
- Catapult Turtle (previously Unlimited)
Limited
- Summon Limit (previously Unlimited)
Semi-Limited
- Bonfire (previously Unlimited)
- Divine Arsenal AA-ZEUS – Sky Thunder (previously Limited)
- Rescue-ACE Air Lifter (previously Unlimited)
- Purrelyly (previously Unlimited)
Unlimited
- Majespecter Unicorn – Kirin (previously Forbidden)
- Kashtira Birth (previously Semi-Limited)
- Yata-Garasu (previously Limited)
- Tellarknight Ptolemaeus (previously Limited)
Fans will be excited to know that four cards will be removed from the banlist entirely, giving players the chance to use them with no restrictions. These cards include Majespecter Unicorn – Kirin and Yata-Garasu, among others. This will surely create a sense of nostalgia for longtime players and add freshness to the gameplay.
The update also hints at the potential addition of new cards in the future. The Unlimited status given to Majespecter Unicorn – Kirin could possibly be a teaser for the release of TCG’s Majespecter cards from Phantom Nightmare. This has players speculating and eagerly waiting for what’s to come in the future.
This latest banlist update for Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel will come into effect on July 11. With the amount of changes and variety in the banlist, it is evident that Konami is dedicated to keeping the game fresh and exciting for players. Not only does this update shake up the current meta, but it also hints at the potential for new cards and strategies in the future.
Players can expect to see a shift in popular decks and a chance for new and creative playstyles to emerge. With the banlist constantly evolving, it is important for players to stay updated and adapt their strategies to stay ahead in the game.
Yu-Gi-Oh Master Duel is known for its ever-changing and dynamic gameplay, and this latest banlist update proves just that. Players can look forward to an exciting and competitive future for the game. Keep your decks updated and get ready to duel!
