Sangan (YS12-EN016) is a Common Effect Monster from the 2012 Yu-Gi-Oh! Starter Deck: Xyz Symphony, featuring a Level 3 Dark Fiend.
Sangan
2012 • Yu-Gi-Oh! • Starter Deck: Xyz Symphony
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Description
Sangan, identified by the code YS12-EN016, stands as a foundational piece within the Yu-Gi-Oh! trading card game landscape, specifically originating from the Starter Deck: Xyz Symphony released in 2012. As a Level 3 DARK Fiend Effect Monster, this card has long been recognized for its accessibility and utility, making it a staple for players navigating the early stages of the game. Its presence in the Starter Deck ensures that it remains a recognizable figure for both new enthusiasts and veteran collectors who appreciate the game's history. The card's design and mechanics reflect the era's approach to introducing core gameplay concepts. Being classified as a Common rarity, it was distributed widely, allowing it to serve as a practical tool for building decks and understanding monster attributes and types. For collectors, cards from the 2012 Starter Deck sets hold a unique place in the hobby, often representing the starting point of a lifelong passion for the Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG. The specific inclusion of Sangan in the Xyz Symphony set highlights its role in the thematic and mechanical shifts that occurred during that period. Collecting cards from this era offers a glimpse into the evolution of the Yu-Gi-Oh! format. The Starter Deck: Xyz Symphony was pivotal in introducing new mechanics to the community, and owning a card from this release connects collectors to that specific moment in the game's timeline. Whether you are looking to complete a set of starter decks or simply appreciate the iconic design of Sangan, this card represents a tangible link to the 2012 Yu-Gi-Oh! community. It serves not just as a game piece, but as a collectible artifact of the franchise's ongoing narrative and mechanical development.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Sangan
Game
Yu-Gi-Oh!
TCG Attributes
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Common
Card Stock
English
Dark
Fiend
3
1000 / 600
Card Text
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If this card is sent from the field to the GY: Add 1 monster with 1500 or less ATK from your Deck to your hand, but you cannot activate cards, or the effects of cards, with that name for the rest of this turn. You can only use this effect of "Sangan" once per turn.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the attribute and type of Sangan YS12-EN016?
Sangan is a DARK Attribute Fiend Type Effect Monster with a Level of 3. This classification defines how it interacts with other cards in the Yu-Gi-Oh! trading card game during play.
Which set was Sangan first released in as YS12-EN016?
This card number belongs to the Starter Deck: Xyz Symphony, which was released in 2012. It is part of the structured starter sets designed to introduce players to new mechanics.
Why is Sangan important in Yu-Gi-Oh! collecting?
Sangan is widely recognized as one of the most iconic cards in the franchise. Its consistent reprints across numerous sets make it a central figure for collectors focusing on the game's history and mechanical evolution.
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