The 2004 Dark Beginning 1 release of the Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG features the Chosen One spell card, cataloged as DB1-EN217 in the first English wave of sets.
2004 • Yu-Gi-Oh! • Dark Beginning 1
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Released in 2004 as part of the Dark Beginning 1 set, the Chosen One card holds a specific place in the early history of the Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game. Carrying the catalog number DB1-EN217, this Normal Spell card was one of the foundational pieces introduced to English-speaking players during the game's initial rollout. For collectors who track the evolution of the franchise, this release represents a key era when the game was establishing its core mechanics and card types. The card’s classification as a Normal Spell defines its straightforward utility within the game’s rules, offering a clean and direct interaction that contrasts with the more complex effect monsters and continuous spells that would follow in later expansions. Collectors often seek out cards from the Dark Beginning series to complete their first-generation sets, making DB1-EN217 a standard target for those building comprehensive collections. The simplicity of its designation and its position in the early print run give it a distinct identity among vintage TCG enthusiasts. Whether you are assembling a chronological collection of early releases or focusing on specific card types like Normal Spells, this piece from the 2004 Dark Beginning 1 set provides a tangible link to the game's introductory period. The enduring appeal of these early cards lies in their historical significance to the hobby, marking the time when the Yu-Gi-Oh! Community began to grow rapidly across the globe.
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Chosen One
Game
Yu-Gi-Oh!
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Common
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English
Normal
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Select 1 Monster Card and 2 non-Monster Cards from your hand. Your opponent randomly selects 1 card among them. If it is a Monster Card, it is Special Summoned and send the remaining 2 cards to the Graveyard. If not, send all the cards to the Graveyard.
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