SDJ-049 Fake Trap is a Normal Trap Card from the 2003 Starter Deck: Joey, designed to disrupt opponent strategies during the early stages of a Yu-Gi-Oh! duel.
Fake Trap
2003 • Yu-Gi-Oh! • Starter Deck: Joey
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Market Price Guide
| Condition | Value | Comps | Source | Price Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raw / Ungraded | $2.18 | Unknown | Guide Estimate Based on TCGplayer Market (reference) | Source Observation Date Unavailable |
Price HistoryOver the last 30 days, stored prices ranged from $2.18 to $2.18 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
$2.18- 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 $2.18 to $2.18 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.
Price History
Description
Released in 2003 as part of the Starter Deck: Joey product line, SDJ-049 Fake Trap serves as a foundational Normal Trap Card for the Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game. This card is integral to the strategic foundation provided to new players, offering a reliable method to negate opponent actions and control the pace of the duel. As a Common rarity card within the SDJ set, it represents an accessible entry point into the broader collectible card market, appealing to both nostalgic collectors and those looking to complete their Starter Deck sets. The card’s design reflects the early aesthetic of the Yu-Gi-Oh! Franchise, featuring the iconic trap iconography and text layout that defined the series during its initial expansion phase. Collectors often seek this card number to complete their SDJ-049 inventory or to preserve the integrity of the original Starter Deck: Joey product. For investors in physical media, maintaining a clean copy of this card ensures the longevity of one of the franchise's earliest introductory sets. Fake Trap is valued for its historical significance within the Starter Deck: Joey era. It allows players to counter specific trap card activations, providing a tactical advantage that mirrors the strategic depth of the game. Whether you are building a vintage collection, completing the Starter Deck: Joey set, or simply appreciating the classic Yu-Gi-Oh! Design language, SDJ-049 stands as a testament to the game's enduring legacy.
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Card Details
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Featured
Fake Trap
Game
Yu-Gi-Oh!
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Common
Card Stock
English
Normal
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Activate only when your opponent activates a Spell, Trap, or Effect Monster's effect that would destroy a Trap Card(s) you control. Destroy this card instead. (If the cards that would have been destroyed are face-down, you can look at them to confirm.)
