📜 Dueltainer Format

⚖️ Format Rules

1. Standard TCG Rules Apply — All Duels follow the official Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG rules as outlined in the official rulebook.
2. Extra Deck Restrictions — Xyz, Pendulum, and Link Monsters are completely banned. Pendulum Zones and Extra Monster Zones cannot be used.
3. No Side Deck — Players must play with a single 40–60 card Main Deck and up to 15 card Extra Deck. No Side Deck is permitted in tournaments.
4. Singleton Format — Only one copy of any card may be played per deck, unless it is on the Exempt List, which allows up to 3 copies.
5. Tier Restrictions — You may include a maximum of 3 total A Tier cards and 5 total B Tier cards in your deck.
6. Proxies Allowed — Clean, readable proxies are permitted, as long as the card is legal in the TCG. Proxies should clearly display the card’s effect.
7. Defense Position Summon — Players may Normal Summon a monster in face-up Defense Position. This rule adds flexibility and mirrors anime playstyles.
8. Current Card Text Only — All cards must use their latest official errata, effects, and rulings based on the official card database.
9. Please give the BANNED, A TIER, B TIER, and EXEMPT lists time to load. Thank you.