Constellar Kaus

Constellar Kaus was released in the 2013 Hidden Arsenal 7: Knight of Stars booster set, a release designed to bring the 'Duel Terminal' lore and archetypes to Western markets. As a level four monster with the ability to change its level to five, Kaus was a foundational piece of the Constellar strategy, which centered on Xyz Summoning powerful light-attribute monsters. The design draws from the constellation Sagittarius, with its aesthetic reflecting the thematic, space-faring knight motif established for the archetype.

The card was illustrated with the high-detail, ethereal aesthetic characteristic of the late-era Hidden Arsenal sets, intended to distinguish them from standard expansion releases. Upon its introduction, it was well-received by competitive players for its utility in facilitating high-rank plays, quickly becoming a staple in the meta-defining Constellar decks of that era. Its status as a Secret Rare in the set highlighted its importance to the deck’s consistency and potential.