Limiter Removal

Limiter Removal, identified by the card code PSV-064, was introduced to the Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game in the 2002 North American release of the Pharaoh's Servant booster set. Originally appearing in the Japanese OCG set Magic Ruler, the card was designed to support Machine-type monsters by allowing them to double their attack power at the cost of being destroyed during the end phase. This high-risk, high-reward mechanic mirrored the aggressive playstyle prevalent in the early competitive scene, where quick, decisive victories were prioritized.

The card's design features an industrial aesthetic fitting for its Machine-type utility, consistent with the thematic output of Konami's early set designs. Upon its release in the West, Limiter Removal became a staple for players utilizing decks centered on heavy mechanical hitters, most notably influencing the popularity of machine-centric archetypes like Ancient Gear or Cyber Dragon in later years. Its status as a super-rare in the Pharaoh's Servant set made it a desirable pull, cementing its longevity as one of the most iconic utility spells in the game's history.