DNA Surgery (PSV-026) is a 2002 Yu-Gi-Oh! Pharaoh's Servant continuous trap card that reshapes gameplay by allowing players to change their monster types. A foundational tool for deck architects and a key piece for completing the original set.
DNA Surgery
2002 • Yu-Gi-Oh! • Pharaoh's Servant
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| Condition | Value | Comps | Source | Price Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raw / Ungraded | $4.98 | Unknown | Guide Estimate Based on TCGplayer Market (reference) | Source Observation Date Unavailable |
Price HistoryOver the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $4.98 to $4.98 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 4, 2026 and Sep 9, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts. | ||||
Raw / Ungraded
$4.98- Comps
- Unknown
- Source
Guide Estimate
Based on TCGplayer Market (reference)- Price Date
- Source Observation Date Unavailable
Price HistoryOver the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $4.98 to $4.98 across 2 capture days. Change between Sep 4, 2026 and Sep 9, 2026: 0%. Compares the same source, grade and signed status. Capture days are not completed-sale counts.
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Description
Released in 2002 as part of the Yu-Gi-Oh! Pharaoh's Servant set, the DNA Surgery card (PSV-026) stands as one of the most influential mechanics in the game's history. Classified as a Continuous Trap Card, it fundamentally alters the rules of engagement by allowing players to specify a monster type that applies to all monsters on both sides of the field. This ability creates complex strategic interactions, enabling players to enable specific synergies or disrupt opponent archetypes by forcing type changes. As a Common rarity card within the Pharaoh's Servant subset, DNA Surgery was printed in large quantities to support the strategic depth required for competitive play. Its inclusion in the Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game ecosystem highlights the importance of flexible trap cards in mid-2000s dueling. Collectors and players alike value this card not just for its utility, but for its role in defining the strategic landscape of the era. For those building collections, obtaining the PSV-026 version of this card offers a tangible connection to the foundational rules of the Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG. The card’s design and text box reflect the early formatting standards of the game, making it a relevant piece for historians of the hobby. Whether you are a seasoned duelist looking to understand the evolution of trap cards or a set builder aiming to complete the Pharaoh's Servant collection, this card remains a critical component of the game’s legacy. Its enduring presence in discussions about game mechanics ensures that DNA Surgery remains a recognizable and respected entry in the catalog of classic Yu-Gi-Oh! cards.
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DNA Surgery
Game
Yu-Gi-Oh!
TCG Attributes
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Common
Card Stock
English
Continuous
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Activate this card by declaring 1 Monster Type. All face-up monsters on the field become that Type.
