The First Monarch
The First Monarch is a Continuous Trap in the Monarch archetype, first released in 2014 in Legacy of the Valiant. It has 4 printings across 4 sets (Secret Rare, Common, Rare). The cheapest copy is SR01-EN035 Common at $0.11; the most valuable is LVAL-EN089 Secret Rare at $1.21. In the TCG it is currently unlimited (3 copies).
Market price · TCGPlayer
Updated Oct 1, 2026
$0.11 – $1.21
4 printings priced
Type
Continuous
Special Summon this card as an Effect Monster (Fiend-Type/DARK/Level 6/ATK 1000/DEF 2400). (This card is also still a Trap Card.) If Summoned this way: You can discard 1 card, then declare 1 Attribute; this card becomes that Attribute, and can be treated as 2 Tributes for the Tribute Summon of a monster with the same Attribute as this card. While this card is treated as a monster, you cannot Special Summon monsters, except monsters with this card’s Attribute.
Appears in 4 expansions
Printings (4)
| expansion | Code | Rarity | Price | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legacy of the Valiant | LVAL-EN089 | Secret Rare | $1.21 | |
| 2014 Mega-Tins Mega Pack | MP14-EN243 | Secret Rare | $0.51 | |
| Structure Deck: Emperor of Darkness | SR01-EN035 | Common | $0.11 | |
| Maximum Gold | MAGO-EN091 | Rare | $0.28 |
The First Monarch: FAQ
How much is The First Monarch worth?+
The First Monarch currently sells for $0.11 – $1.21 on TCGPlayer, from $0.11 for SR01-EN035 up to $1.21 for LVAL-EN089. 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 First Monarch printed in?+
The First Monarch appears in 4 sets: Legacy of the Valiant, 2014 Mega-Tins Mega Pack, Structure Deck: Emperor of Darkness, Maximum Gold.
Is The First Monarch legal in tournaments?+
On the current TCG Forbidden & Limited List, The First Monarch is unlimited (3 copies).
What is the passcode of The First Monarch?+
The 8-digit passcode printed on The First Monarch is 08522996.
Monarch
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