The Gravekeeper's archetype is a monumental pillar in Yu-Gi-Oh!'s history, a masterclass in the "stun" playstyle. Its philosophy is not one of explosive combos but of methodical resource denial. The strategy is to establish absolute control over the Graveyard with its legendary Field Spell, Necrovalley, disrupt the opponent's plays, and slowly dismantle their board. Each monster's true power is only unlocked within the sacred grounds of their pharaoh's tomb, making the deck a cohesive and oppressive engine built to win a war of attrition.
The deck aims to slow the duel's pace, simplifying the game state. By locking down the Graveyard and backed by powerful traps, it strangles the opponent's resources, methodically stripping them of options until victory is assured.
No card is more integral to an archetype's identity. Necrovalley is the sun around which every other card orbits. It boosts the ATK/DEF of all Gravekeeper's monsters and, more importantly, shuts down the opponent's Graveyard, a vital resource in the modern game.
The most reliable searcher for Necrovalley. Simply discard it to add the Field Spell from your deck to your hand.
The heart of the modern Fusion strategy. While Necrovalley is on the field, she can Fusion Summon the deck's main boss monster.
A vital extender whose revival effect explicitly bypasses Necrovalley's restrictions, enabling powerful follow-up plays.
A flexible powerhouse that can either search for any Gravekeeper's monster or grant an additional Normal Summon.
A devastating floodgate. If Necrovalley is active, both players must discard all monsters from their hands, often winning the game on turn one.
The archetype's personal omni-negate. This Counter Trap can negate any Spell, Trap, or monster effect, protecting your established lockdown.
This two-card combo is the quintessential opening for modern Gravekeeper's, establishing the protected Necrovalley lock on the first turn.
Start with Gravekeeper's Commandant to search Necrovalley. Activate the Field Spell.
Use Necrovalley Throne to search and Normal Summon Gravekeeper's Spiritualist.
Activate Spiritualist's effect, using herself and another Gravekeeper's monster in hand/field to Fusion Summon Gravekeeper's Supernaturalist.
As of the current TCG format, the Gravekeepers archetype is entirely unrestricted, allowing it to operate at full capacity.
Play any card at your preferred ratio without restrictions
Access to all archetype synergies without limitations
No banlist constraints holding back your strategy
Banlist Status Summary
Core cards checked:
• Gravekeeper's Commandant
• Gravekeeper's Spiritualist
• Gravekeeper's Supernaturalist
• Necrovalley
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0 restrictions found •
All cards legal at 3 copies
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