Escalation of the Monarchs
Escalation of the Monarchs is a Continuous Trap in the Monarch archetype, first released in 2014 in Primal Origin. It has 3 printings across 3 sets (Super Rare, Common). The cheapest copy is SR01-EN036 Common at $0.39; the most valuable is PRIO-EN089 Super Rare at $0.62. In the TCG it is currently unlimited (3 copies).
Market price · TCGPlayer
Updated Oct 1, 2026
$0.39 – $0.62
3 printings priced
Type
Continuous
Once per turn, during your opponent's Main Phase or your opponent's Battle Phase, you can: Immediately after this effect resolves, Tribute Summon 1 monster.
Appears in 3 expansions
Printings (3)
| expansion | Code | Rarity | Price | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primal Origin | PRIO-EN089 | Super Rare | $0.62 | |
| 2015 Mega-Tins Mega Pack | MP15-EN054 | Super Rare | $0.62 | |
| Structure Deck: Emperor of Darkness | SR01-EN036 | Common | $0.39 |
Escalation of the Monarchs: FAQ
How much is Escalation of the Monarchs worth?+
Escalation of the Monarchs currently sells for $0.39 – $0.62 on TCGPlayer, from $0.39 for SR01-EN036 up to $0.62 for PRIO-EN089. The exact value depends on the printing, rarity, edition and condition — scan the card with YuScan to see the price of your copy.
Which sets was Escalation of the Monarchs printed in?+
Escalation of the Monarchs appears in 3 sets: Primal Origin, 2015 Mega-Tins Mega Pack, Structure Deck: Emperor of Darkness.
Is Escalation of the Monarchs legal in tournaments?+
On the current TCG Forbidden & Limited List, Escalation of the Monarchs is unlimited (3 copies).
What is the passcode of Escalation of the Monarchs?+
The 8-digit passcode printed on Escalation of the Monarchs is 18235309.
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