The Prime Monarch
The Prime Monarch is a Continuous Trap in the Monarch archetype, first released in 2016 in Structure Deck: Emperor of Darkness. It has 3 printings across 3 sets (Common, Super Rare, Rare). The cheapest copy is SR01-EN034 Common at $0.42; the most valuable is OP02-EN013 Super Rare at $9.01. In the TCG it is currently unlimited (3 copies).
Market price · TCGPlayer
Updated Oct 1, 2026
$0.42 – $9.01
3 printings priced
Type
Continuous
Once per turn: You can target 2 "Monarch" Spell/Trap Cards in your Graveyard; shuffle them into the Deck, then draw 1 card. If this card is in your Graveyard: You can banish 1 other "Monarch" Spell/Trap Card from your Graveyard; Special Summon this card in Defense Position as a Normal Monster (Fairy-Type/LIGHT/Level 5/ATK 1000/DEF 2400). (This card is NOT treated as a Trap Card.) You can only use this effect of "The Prime Monarch" once per turn.
Appears in 3 expansions
Printings (3)
| expansion | Code | Rarity | Price | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Structure Deck: Emperor of Darkness | SR01-EN034 | Common | $0.42 | |
| OTS Tournament Pack 2 | OP02-EN013 | Super Rare | $9.01 | |
| Maximum Gold | MAGO-EN093 | Rare | $0.62 |
The Prime Monarch: FAQ
How much is The Prime Monarch worth?+
The Prime Monarch currently sells for $0.42 – $9.01 on TCGPlayer, from $0.42 for SR01-EN034 up to $9.01 for OP02-EN013. 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 The Prime Monarch printed in?+
The Prime Monarch appears in 3 sets: Structure Deck: Emperor of Darkness, OTS Tournament Pack 2, Maximum Gold.
Is The Prime Monarch legal in tournaments?+
On the current TCG Forbidden & Limited List, The Prime Monarch is unlimited (3 copies).
What is the passcode of The Prime Monarch?+
The 8-digit passcode printed on The Prime Monarch is 54241725.
Monarch
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