Shaman of the Tenyi

Shaman of the Tenyi was originally released as a core piece of the Tenyi archetype, which debuted in the 2019 Rising Rampage set. The card was later featured as a Secret Rare in the 2020 Tin of Lost Memories Mega Pack, a compilation set designed to reprint high-value cards from the previous year's expansions. Its inclusion in this collection allowed players broader access to a pivotal support card for the Tenyi strategy, which focuses on non-effect monsters and graveyard-recursive effects.

The design of the card reflects the aesthetic of the Tenyi, a lineage of martial artists drawing power from nature-based spirits. As a Link-2 monster, its design provides essential utility for the archetype by enabling the revival of non-effect monsters from the graveyard and offering a flexible path into higher-level Link plays. It was well-regarded by competitive players for its efficiency and ability to maintain field presence, cementing its role as a staple within the engine of any deck utilizing the Tenyi support.