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Executive Summary

The Vision HERO archetype functions as the central nervous system for modern competitive HERO builds. Its primary role is to act as a highly efficient and consistent engine for summoning powerful boss monsters from the Destiny, Masked, and Elemental HERO archetypes. The core mechanic of the archetype, becoming a "vision" in the back row, is a unique means to an end: a temporary staging ground from which to Special Summon monsters and fuel the wider Omni-HERO strategy.

The Triumvirate: The Engine's Heartbeat

The entire Vision HERO strategy is initiated and propelled by three key main deck monsters. Their synergy is paramount to piloting the deck effectively.

The Initiator: Faris

The premier combo starter. It Special Summons itself by discarding another HERO, then places Increase from the Deck into the Spell & Trap Zone, starting the main combo but locking you into HERO summons from the Extra Deck.

The Bridge: Increase

The essential link. While a Continuous Trap, you can Tribute a HERO to Special Summon it. Upon its summon, it Special Summons a Level 4 or lower Vision HERO from the Deck, typically Vyon.

The Utility Hub: Vyon

The primary extender. On summon, it sends any HERO from Deck to GY (usually Malicious or Shadow Mist). It can also banish a HERO from the GY to search for Polymerization.

Core Combo: The Foundational "Faris-Vyon" Line

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This sequence is the universal starting point for nearly all modern HERO combos and demonstrates the engine's efficiency.

Vision HERO Faris
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Initiate the Vision

Discard one HERO to Special Summon Vision HERO Faris. Activate its effect to place Vision HERO Increase from your Deck into your Spell & Trap Zone.

Vision HERO Increase
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Cross the Bridge

Activate Increase's effect, Tributing Faris to Special Summon itself. Upon summon, its effect triggers to Special Summon Vision HERO Vyon from the Deck.

Vision HERO Vyon
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The Vyon Decision Point

Use Vyon's effect to send a HERO from Deck to GY (e.g., Malicious). You now have Increase and Vyon on field, ready to make a Link-2 Xtra HERO Cross Crusader and continue your combo.

The Final Vision: Standard End Boards

The strength of the HERO strategy lies in creating layered, multifaceted boards that combine different forms of disruption. A typical powerful end board forces an opponent to have multiple, specific answers to dismantle it.

"DPE & Plasma" Board

Destiny HERO - Destroyer Phoenix Enforcer
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Destiny HERO - Plasma
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  • Disruption: Recurring targeted destruction from DPE and a one-sided Skill Drain from Plasma.
  • Vulnerability: Susceptible to Spell/Trap board wipes like Raigeki or Evenly Matched.

"DPE & Dark Law" Board

Destiny HERO - Destroyer Phoenix Enforcer
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Masked HERO Dark Law
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  • Disruption: Recurring destruction from DPE combined with potent graveyard hate and hand control from Dark Law.
  • Vulnerability: Relies on non-destruction removal to out Dark Law efficiently.

Strategic Assessment

Strengths

  • High Consistency: Multiple one-card starters (Faris, Stratos, A Hero Lives) ensure reliable access to the core engine.
  • Layered Boards: Capable of producing oppressive turn-one boards with multiple floodgate effects.
  • Versatility: Can build control boards going first or execute explosive OTKs with Vision HERO Trinity going second.

Weaknesses

  • Choke Points: Key combo pieces like Faris, Vyon, and Cross Crusader are highly vulnerable to hand traps.
  • Engine "Bricks": Requires specific cards to be in the deck. Drawing extenders like Increase or multiple Malicious can lead to unplayable hands.
  • Board Wipes & Nibiru: Lacks inherent protection from Spell/Trap removal and is extremely vulnerable to Nibiru, the Primal Being.

Key Inclusions

  • Destiny HEROs: Malicious, Denier, Plasma, and DPE are staples.
  • Elemental HEROs: Stratos and Shadow Mist are crucial for searching and setup.
  • Spells: A Hero Lives, Fusion Destiny, Polymerization, and Mask Change are essential.
  • Extra Deck: Cross Crusader, Wonder Driver, and Dark Law are mandatory.

Banlist Impact

Fully Unrestricted

As of the current TCG format, the Vision hero archetype is entirely unrestricted, allowing it to operate at full capacity.

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

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