The catalog identity of Taotie, Shadow of the Yang Zing, a Super Rare DARK Wyrm from Yu-Gi-Oh! The New Challengers set. Ideal for collectors focusing on the Yang Zing archetype.
Taotie, Shadow of the Yang Zing
2014 • Yu-Gi-Oh! • The New Challengers
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Taotie, Shadow of the Yang Zing (NECH-EN031) represents a distinct entry in the Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading card game landscape, specifically within the 2014 The New Challengers expansion. As a Super Rare card bearing the NECH set code, this release is categorized as a DARK Attribute Effect Monster with Wyrm type characteristics, making it a functional piece for players building specific archetypes. The Yang Zing lineage relies heavily on coordinated monster effects, and this card serves as a foundational component for collectors and players dedicated to that specific strategy. The visual presentation of NECH-EN031 features the characteristic Super Rare finish, which adds a holographic sheen to the card surface. This treatment is highly valued by collectors who appreciate the aesthetic diversity within a single set, as it distinguishes the card from its Common and Rare counterparts. For those focused on completing the full NECH-EN031 roster, securing this rarity adds depth to any Yu-Gi-Oh! Collection. The card’s design and mechanical identity remain central to its appeal, offering a tangible connection to the 2014 era of the game. Collecting NECH-EN031 appeals to a diverse group of enthusiasts. Archetype builders look for the strategic utility this Wyrm brings to their decks, while set completists prioritize the card number and rarity as essential elements of the complete The New Challengers experience. The Super Rare variant, in particular, often draws attention from collectors who enjoy the tactile and visual differences that parallel treatments bring to a standard card pool. Whether you are expanding your Yang Zing roster or focusing on the broader NECH set, Taotie, Shadow of the Yang Zing stands as a notable artifact of Yu-Gi-Oh! History. Understanding the card's role within the Yang Zing archetype and its status as a Super Rare release helps collectors make informed decisions. This product identity remains constant regardless of individual copy variations, providing a stable reference point for hobbyists investing in the Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Taotie, Shadow of the Yang Zing
Game
Yu-Gi-Oh!
TCG Attributes
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Super Rare
Card Stock
English
Holo
Dark
Wyrm
5
2200 / 0
Yang Zing
Card Text
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When this card you control is destroyed by battle or card effect and sent to your Graveyard: You can Special Summon 1 "Yang Zing" monster from your Deck in Defense Position, except "Taotie, Shadow of the Yang Zing". You can only use this effect of "Taotie, Shadow of the Yang Zing" once per turn. Once per turn, during your opponent's Main Phase or Battle Phase, you can: Immediately after this effect resolves, Synchro Summon 1 Synchro Monster, using only "Yang Zing" monsters you control (this is a Quick Effect). Possession of a Synchro Monster on the field that used this card as a Synchro Material cannot switch.