The Third Sarcophagus

The Third Sarcophagus was released in the Dark Revelation Volume 2 set in 2006, serving as a reprint of the card originally introduced in Magician's Force. Designed as a continuous spell card, it acts as a core component of the unique Spirit Sarcophagus archetype. The card was created to facilitate a specialized strategy involving the summoning of the monster Theinen the Great Sphinx, a centerpiece of the Sphinx-themed deck used by the character Yami Bakura in the Yu-Gi-Oh! Duel Monsters animated series.

The design of the card reflects the aesthetic of the Pharaoh’s memory arc, featuring intricate Egyptian motifs consistent with the franchise's lore. As part of the Dark Revelation reprint sets, which were intended to provide players with easier access to cards from older expansions, this version features a common rarity. While the card is not competitively prominent, it remains a notable piece for collectors focusing on the cinematic history and thematic expansions of the original card game.