NEXUS

Executive Summary

The Buster Blader archetype is a formidable anti-dragon strategy that has evolved into a potent floodgate deck. By combining its own members with the Destruction Sword sub-archetype, this deck aims to establish the "Buster Lock." This powerful combination transforms all opponent's monsters into Dragon-type, then proceeds to negate their effects and force them into defense position. It's a control-heavy strategy that seeks to dismantle the opponent's board and leave them defenseless against the might of the Dragon Destroyer Swordsman.

The Buster Blader Arsenal

Main Deck Warriors

Buster Blader

The original dragon slayer. While he's the face of the archetype, his retrained version often takes the spotlight in modern builds.

Buster Blader, the Destruction Swordmaster

This retrained version is key for consistency, as its name becomes "Buster Blader" on the field and in the GY.

Buster Whelp of the Destruction Swordsman

The heart of the deck's consistency, searching for any "Destruction Sword" card upon being Normal Summoned.

Extra Deck & Support

Buster Dragon

The Synchro monster that sets the stage for the Buster Lock by turning all opposing monsters into Dragons.

Buster Blader, the Dragon Destroyer Swordsman

The Fusion boss monster that enforces the lock, negating effects and forcing monsters into defense.

Prologue of the Destruction Swordsman

A crucial trap that sends materials from the deck to the GY to cheat out Buster Dragon.

The Buster Lock Blueprint

The deck's power is concentrated in its ability to quickly establish the "Buster Lock". This sequence showcases how a few key Buster Blader cards can create an oppressive board state.

Buster Whelp of the Destruction Swordsman
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The Search

Normal Summon Buster Whelp of the Destruction Swordsman. Use its effect to search for Prologue of the Destruction Swordsman.

Prologue of the Destruction Swordsman
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Set the Stage

Set Prologue of the Destruction Swordsman and pass the turn.

Buster Blader, the Dragon Destroyer Swordsman
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Execute the Lock

On your opponent's turn, activate Prologue to send materials from your deck and summon Buster Dragon. Then, use a card like Destruction Sword Memories from the GY to Fusion Summon Buster Blader, the Dragon Destroyer Swordsman.

The Ultimate End Board

Buster Dragon

Buster Dragon
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  • Type Transformation: Changes all opponent's monsters on the field to Dragon-type.
  • Recursion: Equips a "Destruction Sword" monster from the GY during the End Phase.

Dragon Destroyer Swordsman

Buster Blader, the Dragon Destroyer Swordsman
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  • Effect Negation: Prevents all of your opponent's Dragon-type monsters from activating their effects.
  • Board Control: Forces all of your opponent's Dragon-type monsters into Defense Position.

Competitive Analysis

Strengths

  • Powerful Floodgate: The "Buster Lock" can completely shut down many modern meta decks.
  • One-Card Combos: Cards like Buster Whelp can initiate the entire strategy.
  • Anti-Meta Potential: Excels against Dragon-heavy formats or any strategy reliant on monster effects.

Weaknesses

  • Fragile Choke Points: A single well-timed hand trap on Buster Whelp or Prologue can end the turn.
  • Vulnerable to Spell/Trap Removal: The lock is dependent on monsters that can be removed by cards like Raigeki or Evenly Matched.
  • Consistency Issues: Can struggle with "bricky" hands if key combo pieces aren't drawn.

Key Tech Choices

  • Bystial Monsters: Provide disruption and can serve as easy Dragon-type fusion material.
  • Link Engines: Generic link monsters help to build more resilient boards with added negations.
  • Hand Traps: Cards like Ash Blossom & Joyous Spring are crucial for protecting your own combo and disrupting the opponent.

Banlist Impact

Fully Unrestricted

The Buster Blader archetype, with its fusion anti-dragon, operates at full power with no restrictions on the current TCG banlist.

Maximum Consistency

Play any card at your preferred ratio without restrictions

Full Strength Plays

Access to all archetype synergies without limitations

Strategic Freedom

No banlist constraints holding back your strategy

Banlist Status Summary

analyzed • 0 restrictions found • All cards legal at 3 copies