Return of the Monarchs
Return of the Monarchs is a Continuous Spell in the Monarch archetype, first released in 2013 in Shadow Specters. It has 3 printings across 3 sets (Ultra Rare, Common). The cheapest copy is SR01-EN026 Common at $0.95; the most valuable is MP14-EN173 Ultra Rare at $2.89. In the TCG it is currently unlimited (3 copies).
Market price · TCGPlayer
Updated Oct 1, 2026
$0.95 – $2.89
3 printings priced
Type
Continuous
ATK
0
DEF
0
You cannot Special Summon monsters from your Extra Deck. When you Tribute Summon a monster: You can activate 1 of these effects. You can only activate 1 of these "Molding the Monarchs" effects per turn, and only once that turn. <br>Add 1 monster with 2400 ATK and 1000 DEF from your Deck to your hand, except a monster of the same name as that Tribute Summoned monster. <br>Add 1 monster with 2800 ATK and 1000 DEF from your Deck to your hand, except a monster of the same name as that Tribute Summoned monster.
Appears in 3 expansions
Printings (3)
| expansion | Code | Rarity | Price | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shadow Specters | SHSP-EN067 | Ultra Rare | $1.90 | |
| 2014 Mega-Tins Mega Pack | MP14-EN173 | Ultra Rare | $2.89 | |
| Structure Deck: Emperor of Darkness | SR01-EN026 | Common | $0.95 |
Return of the Monarchs: FAQ
How much is Return of the Monarchs worth?+
Return of the Monarchs currently sells for $0.95 – $2.89 on TCGPlayer, from $0.95 for SR01-EN026 up to $2.89 for MP14-EN173. 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 Return of the Monarchs printed in?+
Return of the Monarchs appears in 3 sets: Shadow Specters, 2014 Mega-Tins Mega Pack, Structure Deck: Emperor of Darkness.
Is Return of the Monarchs legal in tournaments?+
On the current TCG Forbidden & Limited List, Return of the Monarchs is unlimited (3 copies).
What is the passcode of Return of the Monarchs?+
The 8-digit passcode printed on Return of the Monarchs is 61466310.
Monarch
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