The Malicevorous archetype, a compact group of Level 2 DARK Fiend monsters, is a prime example of an engine that thrives through synergy. While inconsistent on its own, its ability to swarm the field with Level 2 bodies has made it a powerful component in other strategies, most notably Spright. This analysis explores the internal mechanics of the Malicevorous cutlery, its transformative integration with Spright, and the potent combos that result from this fiendish alliance.
Role: Ignition / Starter
Special Summons itself by sending another Fiend from hand to Graveyard. This sets up the Graveyard for other effects but results in a net loss of one card from hand, requiring follow-up plays to be valuable.
Role: Follow-up / Recovery
On Normal Summon, revives a "Malicevorous" monster from the Graveyard. A simple way to get two Level 2 monsters on board, but it consumes the valuable Normal Summon.
Role: Multiplier / Extender
If on the field when another "Malicevorous" is summoned, it revives a Level 2 Fiend. It has the highest payoff but requires prior setup, highlighting the archetype's reliance on specific card combinations.
The Spright archetype perfectly solves the consistency and card advantage problems of the Malicevorous engine, transforming it into a competitive powerhouse.
Spright Blue and Spright Jet can Special Summon themselves when you control a Level 2 monster (like a Malicevorous). They then search for other Spright cards, instantly turning the initial card disadvantage of Malicevorous Fork into overwhelming advantage.
The deck's true boss, Gigantic Spright, is easily summoned and can Special Summon any Level 2 monster from the Deck, providing unparalleled access to combo pieces and interruptions.
This walkthrough demonstrates how a simple two-card combination can lead to a powerful end board.
Activate Malicevorous Fork by sending another Level 2 Fiend (e.g., Malicevorous Knife) to the GY. Special Summon Fork.
With Fork on field, Special Summon Spright Blue to search Spright Jet. Special Summon Jet to search Spright Starter.
Overlay Blue and Jet to Xyz Summon Gigantic Spright. Use its effect to detach a material and Special Summon Spright Red from the Deck.
The strength of Malicevorous Spright lies in its flexible combos that can establish formidable boards whether going first or second. The end goal is to create multiple points of interaction or assemble an overwhelming offensive force.
This board focuses on creating a web of negations and interruptions to dismantle the opponent's turn.
Link Summon during opponent's turn for disruption (e.g., S:P Little Knight).
Provides a monster effect negation by Tributing another Level/Rank/Link-2.
Offers a non-targeting bounce as a Quick Effect.
Provides a Spell/Trap negation, protecting your board from blowouts.
Additional Layer: This board is often accompanied by a Set Spright Starter or Spright Smashers for even more interaction.
When going second, the goal shifts from control to breaking the opponent's board and winning in a single Battle Phase.
Used to summon key extenders. By using a Link monster as material, its ATK doubles to 3200.
Doubles the ATK of another Rank 2 Xyz Monster, turning Gigantic Spright into a 6400 ATK powerhouse.
Quick-Play Spell that boosts all Level/Rank/Link-2 monsters by 1400 ATK for lethal damage.
The Malicevorous archetype itself is largely untouched by the TCG banlist, but key synergistic cards it relies on are affected.
Banlist Status Summary
Core cards checked:
• Malicevorous Fork
• Malicevorous Knife
• Malicevorous Spoon
+ Related cards checked:
• Cat Shark
• Gigantic Spright
• I:P Masquerena
• Ronintoadin
• Spright Blue
• Spright Carrot
• Spright Elf
• Spright Gamma Burst
• Spright Jet
• Spright Red
• Spright Sprind analyzed •
0 archetype restrictions •
2 synergistic cards restricted
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