Executive Summary

The Inzektor archetype is an explosive, combo-centric DARK Insect strategy renowned for its unique equipping mechanic. The deck's power lies in its ability to repeatedly trigger the non-once-per-turn effects of its key monsters, Inzektor Dragonfly and Inzektor Centipede. This core interaction allows the deck to dismantle an opponent's board while simultaneously swarming the field to build imposing Extra Deck end boards. Success with Inzektors hinges on understanding how each piece functions within the intricate, chain-reaction protocol of the swarm, turning a few key cards into overwhelming advantage.

The Arsenal and Ignition System

Inzektors operate on a "Host and Payload" system. "Hosts" like Dragonfly and Centipede provide powerful effects when triggered, while "Payloads" like Hornet equip to them and provide that trigger.

Prime Movers: The Hosts

Inzektor Dragonfly

The heart of the engine. When an Equip Card is sent from it to the GY, it Special Summons an "Inzektor" from the Deck. This is NOT once per turn.

Inzektor Centipede

The primary searcher. When an Equip Card is sent from it to the GY, it adds any "Inzektor" card from Deck to hand. This is also NOT once per turn.

Ignition System: The Payloads

Inzektor Hornet

The main trigger. Equips from hand or GY, then sends itself to destroy any card on the field, activating your Host's effect.

Inzektor Ladybug

An alternative trigger that enables Xyz plays by modulating levels instead of destroying cards.

Core Combo: The Dragonfly-Hornet Loop

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This legendary two-card interaction forms the basis of nearly all Inzektor plays.

Inzektor Dragonfly
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Establish the Host

Start with Inzektor Dragonfly on the field and Inzektor Hornet in the Graveyard. This can be set up easily with the spell Zektrike Kou-ou.

Inzektor Hornet
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Ignite the Engine

Use Dragonfly's effect to equip Hornet from the GY. Then, activate Hornet's effect, sending it to the GY to destroy a card.

Inzektor Centipede
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Swarm and Search

Because Hornet was sent to the GY, Dragonfly's effect triggers, Special Summoning Inzektor Centipede from the Deck. Centipede can now repeat the process with the same Hornet to search for any Inzektor card, continuing the loop.

Final Endboard: The Generic insect Overlords

Apollousa, Bow of the Goddess

Apollousa, Bow of the Goddess
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  • Multiple Negates: Provides multiple monster effect negations per turn, crippling opponent's combos.
  • Primary Goal: The Inzektor engine excels at putting 4 materials on board for a 3200 ATK Apollousa.

Number 3: Cicada King

Number 3: Cicada King
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  • Targeted Negation: A Rank 3 Xyz that offers a targeted monster negate and can revive an Insect from the GY.
  • Recursive Disruption: A key piece of the end board, providing both disruption and recovery.

Competitive Analysis

Strengths

  • Explosive Ceiling: If uninterrupted, can produce game-winning boards from very few cards.
  • Potent Board Breaking: The Hornet loop is incredibly effective at dismantling established fields when going second.
  • High Consistency: Modern support like Zektrike Kou-ou makes the core combo very accessible.

Weaknesses

  • "Glass Cannon": Extremely vulnerable to hand traps. A single negate on the Normal Summon can end the turn.
  • Graveyard Dependent: Cards like D.D. Crow that banish Hornet from the GY can stop the combo cold.
  • Floodgate Vulnerability: Struggles against cards like Shadow-Imprisoning Mirror and Macro Cosmos.

Synergistic Hybrids

  • Beetrooper Engine: The most common pairing. Beetroopers provide extenders to help play through disruption and access key Link monsters.
  • Metalfoes Engine: A classic pairing. Metalfoes effects provide an alternative way to destroy equipped Inzektors, triggering their effects while generating advantage.

Banlist Impact

The Inzektor archetype itself is largely untouched by the TCG banlist, but key synergistic cards it relies on are affected.

Affected Synergistic Cards

Forbidden

  • Apollousa, Bow of the Goddess

Banlist Status Summary

+ analyzed • 0 archetype restrictions • 1 synergistic card restricted