Game Cards Monster Cards - Printable version

Card Name (1)

This is the card's name. Even if the pictures on two cards are different, they're considered to be the same card if they have the same name.

Level (2)

Count the number of starts here to find out the monster's Level. In order to Normal Summon a monster that is Level 5 or higher, you must Tribute 1 or more monsters.

Attribute (3)

There are 6 different Attributes a monster can have. This Attribute is sometimes important for card effects.

Opposite Attributes

Some attributes have Opposite Attributes. Some card effects may require an Opposite Attribute Monster to negatively effect the corresponding Attribute.

Type (4)

There are 21 different Types of monsters. Some monsters will have additional information here too, next to their Type.

Attack Type

Some monsters have an additional Type to the Type listed on the card while attacking or using an Effect. An Effect worded something like "While this Attack Position card is involved in battle, it is also treated as..." is called an Attack Type Effect (this is a kind of Continuous Effect). When using Equip cards that specify a certain type, a monster with that type as an Attack Type would also be a correct target, but the effect of the Equip card (and other effects specific to that Type) only applies when the Attack Position monster is involved in battle.

Card Number (5)

A card's Booster Pack and identification number are listed here. This number is useful for collecting, and for sorting your collection.

ATK (Attack Points) / DEF (Defense Points) (6)

ATK is a monster's Attack Points and DEF is a monster's Defense Points. High Attack and Defense are good when battling!

Card Description (7)

For Normal Monsters, a description of the monster is written here. Other monsters have their effect written here, or instructions on how to use the monster. Normally, the special abilities of Effect Monsters cannot be used while they are Set face-down on the field.