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Motivating Captain
Code of the Duelist COTD-EN031 • rare
- Set
- Code of the Duelist
- Printing code
- COTD-EN031
- Rarity
- Rare
- Card type
- Effect monster
- Attribute
- Earth
- Level / Rank
- 1
- ATK
- 400
- DEF
- 1200
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Where it came from
Motivating Captain was released in the 2017 Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game expansion set Code of the Duelist. As a Rare-tier effect monster, it was introduced during the VRAINS era of the franchise, which marked a shift in gameplay mechanics and aesthetic style. The card was designed to support Warrior-type decks by allowing the special summon of lower-level monsters from the hand, reflecting the game's focus on building field presence through strategic synergy.
The character illustration features a soldier-like figure in armor, consistent with the militaristic and heroic themes frequently explored in the game's monster designs. Like many cards in the Code of the Duelist set, Motivating Captain was created to bolster specific archetypes and provide utility for players looking to expand their tactical options. It remains a representative example of the mid-tier support cards that define the depth and variety of the modern Yu-Gi-Oh! card pool.
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