Superheavy Samurai Warlord Susanowo

Superheavy Samurai Warlord Susanowo was introduced as part of the Star Pack ARC-V set, released by Konami in 2015 to coincide with the Yu-Gi-Oh! ARC-V anime series. The card belongs to the Superheavy Samurai archetype, a group of Earth-attributed Machine-type monsters characterized by their unique playstyle, which often involves attacking while in defense position and restricting the use of spell and trap cards to fuel their powerful effects.

The visual design of Susanowo draws heavily from traditional Japanese folklore and samurai aesthetics, reflecting the thematic core of the archetype. Illustrated to evoke the image of a stalwart warrior, the design emphasizes heavy armor and mechanical integration, aligning with the archetype's gimmick of utilizing cards from the opponent's graveyard. As a common rarity card within the Star Pack, it was designed to be accessible to a wide audience of players, serving as an iconic defensive centerpiece for Superheavy Samurai decks during the ARC-V era.