Vanguard of the Underground Emperor
Vanguard of the Underground Emperor is a Effect Monster, first released in 2022 in Power of the Elements. It has 2 printings across 2 sets (Common). The cheapest copy is POTE-EN081 Common at $0.04; the most valuable is MP24-EN307 Common at $0.12. In the TCG it is currently unlimited (3 copies).
Market price · TCGPlayer
Updated Oct 1, 2026
$0.04 – $0.12
2 printings priced
Type
Reptile
Level
8
ATK
2600
DEF
2200
If a monster(s) is sent from the hand to the GY, while this card is in your GY (except during the Damage Step): You can Special Summon this card, but place it on the bottom of the Deck when it leaves the field. You can only use this effect of "Vanguard of the Underground Emperor" once per turn.
Appears in 2 expansions
Printings (2)
| expansion | Code | Rarity | Price | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power of the Elements | POTE-EN081 | Common | $0.04 | |
| 25th Anniversary Tin: Dueling Mirrors | MP24-EN307 | Common | $0.12 |
Vanguard of the Underground Emperor: FAQ
How much is Vanguard of the Underground Emperor worth?+
Vanguard of the Underground Emperor currently sells for $0.04 – $0.12 on TCGPlayer, from $0.04 for POTE-EN081 up to $0.12 for MP24-EN307. 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 Vanguard of the Underground Emperor printed in?+
Vanguard of the Underground Emperor appears in 2 sets: Power of the Elements, 25th Anniversary Tin: Dueling Mirrors.
Is Vanguard of the Underground Emperor legal in tournaments?+
On the current TCG Forbidden & Limited List, Vanguard of the Underground Emperor is unlimited (3 copies).
What is the passcode of Vanguard of the Underground Emperor?+
The 8-digit passcode printed on Vanguard of the Underground Emperor is 84366728.
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