Executive Summary

The Tech Genus (T.G.) archetype embodies the concept of "Accel Synchro," a strategy focused on a "Synchro climb" where each summon builds into the next. By using Synchro Tuner monsters, T.G. transforms Synchro Summoning into a reactive interruption during the opponent's turn. Modern T.G. strategy hinges on the Continuous Spell T.G. All Clear, which turns all T.G. monsters into Machines, unlocking the deck's most powerful extenders and protection. This, combined with powerful external engines like Snake-Eye, allows the deck to consistently assemble devastating end boards, most notably the "King Calamity Lock," which can effectively skip the opponent's turn.

Foundational Pillars

The Legacy "Float and Search"

Original T.G. monsters share an effect to search for another T.G. monster during the End Phase if destroyed. While slow, modern support like T.G. All Clear can trigger this proactively, turning a slow recovery tool into a controlled search mechanic.

The "Machine Transformation" Enabler

T.G. All Clear is the linchpin of the modern strategy, turning all T.G. monsters into Machines. This is mandatory for the powerful revival effect of T.G. Rocket Salamander and the omni-negate of the Counter Trap T.G. Close.

The Main Deck Arsenal

Engine Starters: Igniting the Combo

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T.G. Rocket Salamander
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T.G. Rocket Salamander

The premier one-card starter. Tributes a T.G. to summon another from the deck. Its Level 1 FIRE attribute makes it searchable by the Snake-Eye engine.

T.G. Screw Serpent
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T.G. Screw Serpent

Level 4 Tuner and the primary target for Salamander. On summon, it revives a Level 4 or lower T.G. from the GY, kicking off the core combo loop.

Extenders: Fueling the Synchro Climb

T.G. Tank Grub
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T.G. Tank Grub

A flexible Level 1 Tuner that can be treated as a non-Tuner. Summons a Token when used for a Synchro Summon, providing an extra body for Link plays.

T.G. Drill Fish
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T.G. Drill Fish & Booster Raptor

Simple but effective extenders that Special Summon themselves from the hand if you control a T.G. monster, providing easy non-Tuner material.

Support Suite: Consistency and Protection

T.G. Limiter Removal
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T.G. Limiter Removal

Powerful search spell. Discard 1 card to add 2 different T.G. monsters from your Deck to your hand, turning any card into a full combo.

T.G. All Clear
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T.G. All Clear

The critical enabler. Grants an extra Normal Summon and turns all T.G.s into Machines, unlocking powerful effects.

Core Combo: Salamander + Serpent Ignition

The most fundamental interaction begins with T.G. Rocket Salamander. This sequence forms the basis from which nearly all other, more complex combos are built.

T.G. Rocket Salamander
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Initiate the Engine

Normal Summon T.G. Rocket Salamander. Activate its effect, Tributing itself to Special Summon T.G. Screw Serpent from the Deck.

T.G. Screw Serpent
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2

Establish the Loop

Upon summon, activate the effect of T.G. Screw Serpent to Special Summon the T.G. Rocket Salamander you just tributed from the Graveyard.

T.G. Over Dragonar
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3

Begin the Climb

Synchro Summon the Level 5 T.G. Over Dragonar. Activate its effect to Special Summon both materials back from the GY, flooding the board and setting up further Synchro or Link plays.

Alternative Endboards & Contingency Plans

With Hot Red Dragon Archfiend King Calamity forbidden, T.G. pilots must adapt. The deck can pivot to create resilient boards focused on interruption and control rather than a single lockdown.

"Accel Synchro Interrupt" Board

Swordsoul Supreme Sovereign - Chengying
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Satellite Warrior
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  • Disruptive Banish: End your turn with a Synchro Tuner to summon Swordsoul Supreme Sovereign - Chengying, which provides non-targeting banishing from the field and GY.
  • Board Removal: Alternatively, summon Satellite Warrior to destroy multiple cards your opponent controls by targeting your own Synchros in the GY.

"Glaive Blaster Control" Board

T.G. Glaive Blaster
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T.G. Close
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  • Repeatable Banish: T.G. Glaive Blaster provides two monster banishes per turn, dismantling your opponent's Extra Deck monsters.
  • Omni-Negate Protection: A set T.G. Close, searched by Mighty Striker, protects your board from any spell, trap, or monster effect.

Competitive Analysis

Strengths

  • High Ceiling: Capable of producing one of the strongest lockdown boards in the game.
  • Consistent Engine: Synergy with the Snake-Eye engine provides multiple paths to the main T.G. combo.
  • Reactive Power: Accel Synchro mechanic allows for powerful interruptions on the opponent's turn.

Weaknesses

  • Linear Choke Points: The combo is fragile and can be stopped by well-timed hand traps on key cards like Screw Serpent or Over Dragonar.
  • Graveyard Dependant: Relies heavily on the Graveyard for revival effects, making it vulnerable to cards like D.D. Crow.
  • "Glass Cannon": If the main combo is stopped, the deck can struggle to establish a meaningful board presence.

Key Support

  • Snake-Eye Engine: Provides unparalleled consistency in accessing T.G. Rocket Salamander.
  • T.G. Hyper Librarian: A generic Synchro that turns the deck's combo into a massive draw engine.
  • Crimson Dragon: The key piece for enabling the King Calamity lock.

Current TCG Banlist Status

MODERATE IMPACT: The T.G. archetype has seen key hits, primarily to its boss monsters and generic support.

Forbidden & Limited Cards

  • Hot Red Dragon Archfiend King Calamity (Forbidden) - The primary lock is no longer possible.
  • Baronne de Fleur (Forbidden) - A key generic Synchro for interruption is unavailable.
  • T.G. Hyper Librarian (Limited) - Consistency of the draw engine is reduced.

Unrestricted Cards

  • All Main Deck T.G. monsters (3 copies each)
  • T.G. All Clear and other support Spells/Traps
  • Most T.G. Extra Deck monsters

Meta Implications: The ban of King Calamity removes the deck's primary win condition. T.G. must now rely on alternative end boards focused on control and interruption with cards like T.G. Glaive Blaster and generic Synchro monsters. The limit on Hyper Librarian hurts consistency but doesn't kill the core engine.

Banlist Impact

LOW IMPACT: The T.G. archetype has been moderately restricted by the TCG banlist, with T.G. Hyper Librarian limited.

Archetype Cards

Limited

  • • T.G. Hyper Librarian

Banlist Status Summary

+ analyzed • 1 total restriction found • 1 archetype card

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