Field Spell Cards

Field Spell Cards are seeing more tournament play as they become the key engine in popular theme decks, namely Dragunity, Gravekeepers and Dark World.

However, the years without Field Spell cards in tournament play has caused most of the players to be unfamiliar with their actual mechanics. This article will reintroduce the mechanics of Field Spell cards, with much more depth than the rulebook.

Gachi Gachi Gantetsu

One of the first three Xyz monsters to be released, Gachi Gachi Gantetsu is the undeniably one of the factors that propelled Agent Fairy to its current popularity. With Agent Fairy and T.G. Agent being the deck to beat, it is useful to understand the rulings of Gachi Gachi Gantetsu.

Additionally, this article will explain the game mechanics of Continuous Monster Effect, using Gachi Gachi Gantestu as the example.

Post-Resolution Window

Despite being around since 2009, “Post-Resolution Window” is still a relatively new concept to most players due to a lack of proper documentation.

Learning about and using the “Post-Resolution Window” will make a significance difference between a win and a lose, especially when playing with cards such as “Mind Crush” and “D.D. Crow”.

Revisiting Mind Crush

With Mind Crush back at two, and more popular than before, it is inevitable that Mind Crush would become a common problem for judges.

Following up on an old post about Mind Crush, a new problem arises when it comes down to your opponent having to reveal their hand – how long should the duration of the reveal be?

XX-Saber Darksoul

Recently released in the OCG through Extra Pack 4, the OCG X-Saber has finally gain an important tutor in the form of XX-Saber Darksoul.

However, as published on the OCG Rule & FAQ Official Database as well as Japanese Wiki, the OCG rulings for XX-Saber Darksoul is significantly different from the TCG rulings – something OCG players should take note of.

Singapore Metagame: March 2011 – September 2011

Another rotation has passed, and here’s a look at Singapore Duelists’ weapon of choice for the duration of March 2011 to September 2011.

There are two significant changes to the structure of Official Tournaments this period. Firstly, the introduction of Pre-selection Tournaments for the Singapore World Championship Qualifier 2011. Secondly, the introduction of Ranking League Division Tournaments for the Singapore Asian Championship Qualifier 2012.

Pot of Duality

Being the most commonly played card currently, with most decks running the maximum of three, Pot of Duality is quickly becoming one of the most misplayed card.

The most common misplay with Pot of Duality is whether a player can or cannot activate this card after a Special Summon was negated. Essentially this article will explain the difference in various Special Summoning negation, using Pot of Duality as the example.

Black Luster Soldier – Envoy of the Beginning

After six whole years of being banned, Black Luster Soldier – Envoy of the Beginning has returned once again to the latest format. Having single-handedly defined the last few formats while he was still limited, it is without a doubt that Black Luster Soldier – Envoy of the Beginning will make a dominating presence in the new format.

There is no better timing for newer players to get acquainted and older players to get reacquainted with his latest rulings.

Rulings at the World Championship

Over the years, the OCG and TCG have become rather different card games with the release of OCG exclusives and TCG exclusives. However, the main defining factor would be the difference in rulings.

Here are some of the different OCG and TCG rulings observed in past, and how they were ruled in each of the respective World Championship.

Yu-Gi-Oh! World Championship Qualifier 2011 Asian Edition

Unlike the North American Championship or the European Championship, the Asian Championship is not a qualifier for the World Championship.

Asian countries under Konami Asia, namely Hong Kong, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan and Thailand, will host their own World Championship Qualifiers and the champion of each qualifier earns an invite to the World Championship. Here are the results of the seven World Championship Qualifiers 2011 held over the previous two weeks.