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Giant Rat
Magic Ruler MRL-079 • rare
- Set
- Magic Ruler
- Printing code
- MRL-079
- Rarity
- Rare
- Card type
- Effect monster
- Attribute
- Earth
- Level / Rank
- 4
- ATK
- 1400
- DEF
- 1450
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Where it came from
The Giant Rat card was introduced in the Magic Ruler expansion, which was released by Konami in the early 2000s as the third core booster set for the Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game. As an Earth-attribute Beast-type effect monster, it was designed to serve as a pivotal utility piece, specifically enabling the 'recruit' mechanic that allowed players to special summon another Earth monster from their deck upon being destroyed in battle. This strategic functionality made it a staple in competitive deck building during the game's formative years.
The visual design of the Giant Rat reflects the characteristic fantasy aesthetic of the early Yu-Gi-Oh! card pool, emphasizing grotesque yet grounded creature design. While the specific illustrator is not publicly credited by Konami for this individual card, it exemplifies the stylistic transition of the game as it moved from its manga roots to a standalone global phenomenon. The card gained immediate traction among players for its consistency and durability in combat, cementing its status as an iconic piece of early TCG history.
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