Begone, Knave!

Begone, Knave! was released in 2004 as part of the Invasion of Chaos expansion for the Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game. This set is widely regarded by players as one of the most influential in the game's history, as it introduced powerful staples that fundamentally shifted the competitive landscape toward faster, more aggressive play styles. As a common trap card, it was designed to serve as a tactical counter to monsters with high attack points, reflecting the era's focus on maintaining board control through reactive play.

The card's design features artwork consistent with the fantasy-themed aesthetic typical of the early Yu-Gi-Oh! card pool. Illustrators for the game often utilized a blend of dark fantasy and mechanical motifs to distinguish between different card types. While Begone, Knave! did not attain the long-term competitive viability of other cards in the same set, it represents the foundational design philosophy of the game's early years, where trap cards were essential tools for interrupting an opponent's momentum during the battle phase.