Raidraptor - Tribute Lanius

Raidraptor - Tribute Lanius was originally introduced to the Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game as part of the Clash of Rebellions core booster set in 2015. It was designed as a crucial utility piece for the Raidraptor archetype, which is centered around the playstyle of the character Shay Obsidian from the Yu-Gi-Oh! ARC-V animated series. The card was created to serve as a primary searcher and graveyard setup tool, reflecting the aggressive, winged mechanical aesthetic of the Xyz-focused theme.

The version from Ghosts From the Past, released in 2021, served as a notable reprint of this support monster. Ghosts From the Past was a special collector-focused set designed to feature high-demand cards with updated rarities, often providing players with easier access to older engine pieces. As an Ultra Rare, this specific printing emphasizes the sleek, dark metal design of the monster, consistent with the high-speed and tactical nature of the archetype as established by the Konami design team.