Dartz plays Orichalcos Kyutora to absorb all battle damage he would take, alongside Orichalcos Gigas , an immortal monster that returns to the field stronger every time Yugi and Kaiba destroy it.

Dartz possesses a unique and highly illegal playstyle in this duel, centered around the power of Atlantis and the Orichalcos.

Stopping the resurrection of the Great Leviathan and reclaiming the souls of Yugi, Joey, Pegasus, and thousands of others. 🗺️ Plot Summary

A Duel With Dartz, Part 1 (Japanese: "To the Site of the Decisive Battle! Dartz vs. Yugi & Kaiba")

October 29, 2003 (Japan) | May 7, 2005 (USA) The Players: Yami Yugi & Seto Kaiba vs. Dartz

Yugi and Kaiba waste no time aggressively combining forces, but Dartz easily shields his Life Points while safely amassing power. ⭐ Why This Episode Matters

True to form, Dartz immediately plays the barrier card, forcing a massive drop in the room's temperature and setting up the soul-stealing stakes.

This duel is famous among fans for showcasing some of the most "cheating" and broken anime-exclusive card effects in the franchise's history.