End of the Line

End of the Line was introduced in the Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game set Battle of Chaos, which saw its global release in early 2022. As a trap card from the common rarity tier, it was designed to support specific deck archetypes by facilitating resource management through the return of banished monsters to the graveyard. Its inclusion in the set reflects the ongoing design philosophy of Konami, which frequently prints common-rarity utility cards to provide accessible tactical options for both casual and competitive players looking to adjust their strategies against banish-heavy matchups.

The card features artwork consistent with the aesthetic standards of the Battle of Chaos set, emphasizing the high-fantasy visual language synonymous with the franchise. While the individual artist for this specific illustration is not typically credited by the publisher, the design language follows the established trend of using evocative, action-oriented imagery to represent the card's mechanical function. It was received by the player base as a situational utility tool, valued primarily for its specific interaction with cards that manipulate the graveyard and banished zones.