Dark Guardian
Dark Guardian is a Effect Monster in the Guardian archetype, first released in 2024 in Phantom Nightmare. It has 1 printing across 1 set (Common). PHNI-EN013 Common sells for about $0.17. In the TCG it is currently unlimited (3 copies).
Market price · TCGPlayer
Updated Oct 1, 2026
$0.17
Type
Warrior
Level
12
ATK
3800
DEF
3800
(This card is always treated as a "Gate Guardian" card.)<br>Cannot be Normal Summoned/Set. Must be either Special Summoned by "Dark Element", or Special Summoned (from your hand or GY) by shuffling into the Deck, 1 each of your "Sanga of the Thunder", "Kazejin", and "Suijin" that is in your hand, face-up field, GY, and/or banished. Cannot be destroyed by battle. If this card is Special Summoned by the effect of "Dark Element", it is unaffected by other monsters' effects or your opponent's activated Spell Cards or effects.
Appears in 1 expansion
Printings (1)
| expansion | Code | Rarity | Price | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phantom Nightmare | PHNI-EN013 | Common | $0.17 |
Dark Guardian: FAQ
How much is Dark Guardian worth?+
Dark Guardian currently sells for $0.17 on TCGPlayer. 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 Dark Guardian printed in?+
Dark Guardian appears in 1 set: Phantom Nightmare.
Is Dark Guardian legal in tournaments?+
On the current TCG Forbidden & Limited List, Dark Guardian is unlimited (3 copies).
What is the passcode of Dark Guardian?+
The 8-digit passcode printed on Dark Guardian is 26746975.
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