Raidraptor - Pain Lanius

Raidraptor - Pain Lanius was released in the 2016 expansion Shining Victories, a set that focused on expanding various archetypes featured in the Yu-Gi-Oh! ARC-V animated series. As a key support card for the Raidraptor archetype, it was designed to facilitate the rapid summoning of Xyz monsters by manipulating the user's life points to adjust levels on the field. This card reflects the high-risk, high-reward strategy characteristic of the series' protagonist, Shun Kurosaki, whose deck centers on relentless aerial assault and tactical swarm maneuvers.

The illustration depicts the mechanical, hawk-like aesthetic synonymous with the Raidraptor series, emphasizing sharp lines and a dark, industrial color palette. While common in rarity, the card is frequently cited by players for its efficiency in combo-heavy decks, as it allows for easier access to the archetype's signature Rank-Up-Magic plays. Upon its release, it was well-received by the competitive community for providing a necessary tool to maintain field presence during the mid-game, solidifying its place within the broader framework of the ARC-V era's mechanical evolution.