Guardian Baou
Guardian Baou is a Effect Monster in the Guardian archetype, first released in 2005 in Dark Revelation Volume 1. It has 5 printings across 2 sets (Rare, Common). The cheapest copy is LCYW-EN132 Common at $0.30; the most valuable is DCR-EN008 Rare at $1.50. In the TCG it is currently unlimited (3 copies).
Market price · TCGPlayer
Updated Oct 1, 2026
$0.30 – $1.50
5 printings priced
Type
Fiend
Level
4
ATK
800
DEF
400
This card can only be Normal Summoned, Flip Summoned, or Special Summoned when there is a Wicked-Breaking Flamberge - Baou on your side of the field. Each time 1 of your opponent''s monster is destroyed and sent to the Graveyard in battle by this monster, increase the ATK of this card by 1000 points. Also negate the effect of an Effect Monster that is destroyed by this monster in battle.
Appears in 2 expansions
Printings (5)
| expansion | Code | Rarity | Price | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dark Crisis | DCR-008 | Rare | $0.45 | |
| Dark Revelation Volume 1 | DR1-EN170 | Common | $0.36 | |
| Legendary Collection 3: Yugi's World | LCYW-EN132 | Common | $0.30 | |
| Dark Crisis (Worldwide English) | DCR-EN008 | Rare | $0.30 | |
| Dark Crisis (25th Anniversary Edition) | DCR-EN008 | Rare | $1.50 |
Guardian Baou: FAQ
How much is Guardian Baou worth?+
Guardian Baou currently sells for $0.30 – $1.50 on TCGPlayer, from $0.30 for LCYW-EN132 up to $1.50 for DCR-EN008. 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 Guardian Baou printed in?+
Guardian Baou appears in 2 sets: Dark Crisis, Dark Revelation Volume 1.
Is Guardian Baou legal in tournaments?+
On the current TCG Forbidden & Limited List, Guardian Baou is unlimited (3 copies).
What is the passcode of Guardian Baou?+
The 8-digit passcode printed on Guardian Baou is 73544866.
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