Taotie, Shadow of the Yang Zing
Taotie, Shadow of the Yang Zing is a Effect Monster in the Yang Zing archetype, first released in 2014 in The New Challengers. It has 3 printings across 2 sets (Super Rare). The cheapest copy is NECH-EN031 Super Rare at $0.07; the most valuable is NECH-ENS05 Super Rare at $0.24. In the TCG it is currently unlimited (3 copies).
Market price · TCGPlayer
Updated Oct 1, 2026
$0.07 – $0.24
3 printings priced
Type
Wyrm
Level
5
ATK
2200
DEF
0
When this card you control is destroyed by battle or card effect and sent to your Graveyard: You can Special Summon 1 "Yang Zing" monster from your Deck in Defense Position, except "Taotie, Shadow of the Yang Zing". You can only use this effect of "Taotie, Shadow of the Yang Zing" once per turn. Once per turn, during your opponent's Main Phase or Battle Phase, you can: Immediately after this effect resolves, Synchro Summon 1 Synchro Monster using only "Yang Zing" monsters you control (this is a Quick Effect). Possession of a Synchro Monster on the field that used this card as a Synchro Material cannot switch.
Appears in 2 expansions
Printings (3)
| expansion | Code | Rarity | Price | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The New Challengers | NECH-EN031 | Super Rare | $0.07 | |
| The New Challengers | NECH-ENS05 | Super Rare | $0.24 | |
| 2015 Mega-Tins Mega Pack | MP15-EN150 | Super Rare | $0.14 |
Taotie, Shadow of the Yang Zing: FAQ
How much is Taotie, Shadow of the Yang Zing worth?+
Taotie, Shadow of the Yang Zing currently sells for $0.07 – $0.24 on TCGPlayer, from $0.07 for NECH-EN031 up to $0.24 for NECH-ENS05. 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 Taotie, Shadow of the Yang Zing printed in?+
Taotie, Shadow of the Yang Zing appears in 2 sets: The New Challengers, 2015 Mega-Tins Mega Pack.
Is Taotie, Shadow of the Yang Zing legal in tournaments?+
On the current TCG Forbidden & Limited List, Taotie, Shadow of the Yang Zing is unlimited (3 copies).
What is the passcode of Taotie, Shadow of the Yang Zing?+
The 8-digit passcode printed on Taotie, Shadow of the Yang Zing is 99946920.
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