Proto-Cyber Dragon

The Cyber Dragon was first introduced as an Ultra Rare card in the 2005 Cybernetic Revolution expansion set. Designed as a cornerstone of the Machine-type monster strategy, its ability to be special summoned directly from the hand allowed it to fundamentally shift the pacing of the game, making it one of the most influential cards in the history of the Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game. Its sleek, mechanical dragon aesthetic reflects the futuristic themes prominent in the GX era of the franchise.

Dark Revelation Volume 4 was released as a compilation set intended to reprint cards from previous expansions, such as Cybernetic Revolution and Elemental Energy, to improve availability for players. The Super Rare printing of Cyber Dragon in this set, designated DR04-EN130, maintains the core design and effect text of the original. As a staple in competitive play for years, the card’s design serves as a benchmark for offensive power in the game, and its inclusion in reprint sets ensured its continued presence in deck archetypes throughout the mid-2000s.