Spear Cretin

Magic Ruler MRL-087 • common

Set: Magic Ruler
Printing code: MRL-087
Rarity: Common
Card type: Effect monster
Attribute: Dark
Level / Rank: 2
ATK: 500
DEF: 500

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$1.11market price via TCGplayer · Sep 23, 2026

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As a common card from the Magic Ruler set, the Spear Cretin serves as a foundational piece for players looking to explore early effect-monster mechanics. Its classification as an effect monster allows for tactical interactions on the field, making it a reliable inclusion for those building a representative collection of the set.

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Spear Cretin was introduced in the Magic Ruler expansion, which was the third main booster set released for the Yu-Gi-Oh! Trading Card Game in North America in 2002. This set was pivotal for introducing spell cards and diversifying monster effects, reflecting the game's shift from a simple beat-down format to one focused on card advantage and tactical graveyard interaction.

The card features artwork consistent with the aesthetic established by Kazuki Takahashi's manga, characterized by creature designs that blend monstrous biology with supernatural elements. While Spear Cretin was a common card, its effect—which allows both players to special summon a monster from their graveyard—was designed as a double-edged sword, forcing players to carefully manage their resource loops to avoid inadvertently assisting their opponent.

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