{"id":331026,"date":"2025-06-18T02:00:45","date_gmt":"2025-06-18T02:00:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/?p=331026"},"modified":"2025-06-18T02:00:45","modified_gmt":"2025-06-18T02:00:45","slug":"what-does-a-link-card-do-in-yugioh","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-does-a-link-card-do-in-yugioh\/","title":{"rendered":"What does a link card do in Yugioh?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_67_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-does-a-link-card-do-in-yugioh\/#Unleash_the_Power_Understanding_Link_Monsters_in_Yu-Gi-Oh\" title=\"Unleash the Power: Understanding Link Monsters in Yu-Gi-Oh!\">Unleash the Power: Understanding Link Monsters in Yu-Gi-Oh!<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-does-a-link-card-do-in-yugioh\/#Decoding_Link_Monsters_The_Core_Mechanics\" title=\"Decoding Link Monsters: The Core Mechanics\">Decoding Link Monsters: The Core Mechanics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-does-a-link-card-do-in-yugioh\/#The_Strategic_Advantage_of_Link_Summoning\" title=\"The Strategic Advantage of Link Summoning\">The Strategic Advantage of Link Summoning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-does-a-link-card-do-in-yugioh\/#Mastering_the_Link_Summon\" title=\"Mastering the Link Summon\">Mastering the Link Summon<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-does-a-link-card-do-in-yugioh\/#Link_Monsters_Beyond_the_Basics\" title=\"Link Monsters: Beyond the Basics\">Link Monsters: Beyond the Basics<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-does-a-link-card-do-in-yugioh\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_About_Link_Monsters\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions About Link Monsters\">Frequently Asked Questions About Link Monsters<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-does-a-link-card-do-in-yugioh\/#1_What_are_Link_Materials\" title=\"1. What are Link Materials?\">1. What are Link Materials?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-does-a-link-card-do-in-yugioh\/#2_Can_I_use_Tokens_as_Link_Materials\" title=\"2. Can I use Tokens as Link Materials?\">2. Can I use Tokens as Link Materials?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-does-a-link-card-do-in-yugioh\/#3_Can_Link_Monsters_be_in_Defense_Position\" title=\"3. Can Link Monsters be in Defense Position?\">3. Can Link Monsters be in Defense Position?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-does-a-link-card-do-in-yugioh\/#4_What_happens_if_a_Link_Monster_is_flipped_face-down\" title=\"4. What happens if a Link Monster is flipped face-down?\">4. What happens if a Link Monster is flipped face-down?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-does-a-link-card-do-in-yugioh\/#5_Can_a_Link_Monster_point_to_another_Link_Monster\" title=\"5. Can a Link Monster point to another Link Monster?\">5. Can a Link Monster point to another Link Monster?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-does-a-link-card-do-in-yugioh\/#6_What_is_a_%E2%80%9Cco-linked%E2%80%9D_monster\" title=\"6. What is a &#8220;co-linked&#8221; monster?\">6. What is a &#8220;co-linked&#8221; monster?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-does-a-link-card-do-in-yugioh\/#7_If_a_Link_Monster_is_removed_from_the_field_do_the_zones_it_pointed_to_become_unusable_for_Extra_Deck_summons\" title=\"7. If a Link Monster is removed from the field, do the zones it pointed to become unusable for Extra Deck summons?\">7. If a Link Monster is removed from the field, do the zones it pointed to become unusable for Extra Deck summons?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-does-a-link-card-do-in-yugioh\/#8_Can_I_Link_Summon_on_my_opponents_turn\" title=\"8. Can I Link Summon on my opponent&#8217;s turn?\">8. Can I Link Summon on my opponent&#8217;s turn?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-does-a-link-card-do-in-yugioh\/#9_Do_Link_Monsters_have_levels\" title=\"9. Do Link Monsters have levels?\">9. Do Link Monsters have levels?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-does-a-link-card-do-in-yugioh\/#10_Can_a_Link_Monster_be_targeted_by_effects_that_require_a_Level\" title=\"10. Can a Link Monster be targeted by effects that require a Level?\">10. Can a Link Monster be targeted by effects that require a Level?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-does-a-link-card-do-in-yugioh\/#11_What_happens_if_a_Link_Monster_is_affected_by_Skill_Drain\" title=\"11. What happens if a Link Monster is affected by Skill Drain?\">11. What happens if a Link Monster is affected by Skill Drain?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-does-a-link-card-do-in-yugioh\/#12_How_do_I_Link_Summon_a_Link-1_monster\" title=\"12. How do I Link Summon a Link-1 monster?\">12. How do I Link Summon a Link-1 monster?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-does-a-link-card-do-in-yugioh\/#13_Can_I_use_a_Pendulum_Monster_as_a_Link_Material\" title=\"13. Can I use a Pendulum Monster as a Link Material?\">13. Can I use a Pendulum Monster as a Link Material?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-does-a-link-card-do-in-yugioh\/#14_What_are_the_key_differences_between_Link_Monsters_and_other_Extra_Deck_monsters\" title=\"14. What are the key differences between Link Monsters and other Extra Deck monsters?\">14. What are the key differences between Link Monsters and other Extra Deck monsters?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-does-a-link-card-do-in-yugioh\/#15_Where_can_I_learn_more_about_the_game_design_principles_behind_Yu-Gi-Oh\" title=\"15. Where can I learn more about the game design principles behind Yu-Gi-Oh!?\">15. Where can I learn more about the game design principles behind Yu-Gi-Oh!?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Unleash_the_Power_Understanding_Link_Monsters_in_Yu-Gi-Oh\"><\/span>Unleash the Power: Understanding Link Monsters in Yu-Gi-Oh!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>A <strong>Link Monster<\/strong> in Yu-Gi-Oh! serves as a crucial bridge between your Main Monster Zones and the Extra Deck. They are monsters summoned from the Extra Deck that help to unlock zones for further Extra Deck summons and offer potent effects, reshaping the game&#8217;s strategic landscape by boosting your board presence. Link Monsters do not have a Level or Defense Points and are always face-up on the field.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Decoding_Link_Monsters_The_Core_Mechanics\"><\/span>Decoding Link Monsters: The Core Mechanics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Link Monsters are distinguished by their <strong>dark blue card frame with a honeycomb pattern<\/strong>, residing exclusively in the <strong>Extra Deck<\/strong>. Unlike other Extra Deck monsters, they <em>must<\/em> be <strong>Link Summoned<\/strong>, meaning they cannot be Special Summoned by other means unless specifically stated otherwise. Their primary purpose revolves around <strong>opening up Main Monster Zones<\/strong> for <strong>Extra Deck Summons<\/strong> and providing <strong>powerful effects<\/strong> to control the flow of the game.<\/p>\n<p>The Link Monster card contains vital information:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Link Rating:<\/strong> This number (located in the bottom right of the card) indicates the number of monsters required to <strong>Link Summon<\/strong> the monster, as well as the directions of its <strong>Link Arrows<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Link Arrows:<\/strong> Arrows surround the monster&#8217;s artwork, indicating which Main Monster Zones (and potentially Extra Monster Zones) the Link Monster points to. These pointed zones can then be used to summon monsters from the <strong>Extra Deck<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Materials:<\/strong> Beneath the monster&#8217;s Type and Attribute, you&#8217;ll find the specific requirements for Link Summoning that monster, dictating which monsters you can use from your field as <strong>Link Materials<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Effects:<\/strong> Link Monsters often possess powerful effects that range from boosting your monsters&#8217; ATK to disrupting your opponent&#8217;s strategy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Strategic_Advantage_of_Link_Summoning\"><\/span>The Strategic Advantage of Link Summoning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The introduction of Link Monsters fundamentally altered how players constructed their boards. Before their arrival, summoning multiple monsters from the Extra Deck was restricted by the single <strong>Extra Monster Zone<\/strong>. Link Monsters circumvent this limitation, turning it into a strength, due to their core function:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Unlocking Zones:<\/strong> Each Main Monster Zone that a Link Monster points to can be used to summon more monsters from the <strong>Extra Deck<\/strong>. This allows for swarming the field with Fusion, Synchro, Xyz, and other Link Monsters.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Material Flexibility:<\/strong> Many Link Monsters require generic materials, meaning you can use a wide range of monsters on your field to summon them. Some monsters require specific types of monsters.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Powerful Effects:<\/strong> Link Monsters often possess effects that can strengthen your own monsters, disrupt your opponent&#8217;s plays, or generate card advantage.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mastering_the_Link_Summon\"><\/span>Mastering the Link Summon<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here&#8217;s a step-by-step guide to performing a Link Summon:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Assess Requirements:<\/strong> Check the Link Monster&#8217;s card text to see the required materials and the Link Rating.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Select Materials:<\/strong> Choose monsters on your field that fulfill the requirements of the Link Monster.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Send to Graveyard:<\/strong> Send the selected monsters to the Graveyard. This act is known as using monsters as <strong>Link Materials<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Summon the Link Monster:<\/strong> Place the Link Monster in the Extra Monster Zone (if available) or in a Main Monster Zone that a Link Monster points to.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Link_Monsters_Beyond_the_Basics\"><\/span>Link Monsters: Beyond the Basics<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Link Monsters have drastically altered the landscape of Yu-Gi-Oh!, making them an essential component of nearly every competitive deck. They have become the heart of many strategies due to their capacity for unlocking <strong>Extra Deck<\/strong> summons and providing potent effects, and they will continue to influence the game&#8217;s meta for the foreseeable future. Many archetypes have their own unique ways to capitalize on Link Monsters and utilize their strengths!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_About_Link_Monsters\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions About Link Monsters<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_are_Link_Materials\"><\/span>1. What are Link Materials?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Link Materials<\/strong> are the monsters you send from your field to the Graveyard to summon a <strong>Link Monster<\/strong> from your Extra Deck. The number of Link Materials must equal the Link Monster&#8217;s <strong>Link Rating<\/strong>, and they must fulfill any other conditions outlined on the Link Monster&#8217;s card.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Can_I_use_Tokens_as_Link_Materials\"><\/span>2. Can I use Tokens as Link Materials?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, you can use <strong>Tokens<\/strong> as Link Materials, provided they meet the other requirements of the Link Monster. This makes Token-generating strategies very useful to support Link Summoning.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Can_Link_Monsters_be_in_Defense_Position\"><\/span>3. Can Link Monsters be in Defense Position?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, <strong>Link Monsters<\/strong> cannot be in <strong>Defense Position<\/strong>. They have no DEF stat and are always face-up in Attack Position.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_happens_if_a_Link_Monster_is_flipped_face-down\"><\/span>4. What happens if a Link Monster is flipped face-down?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If a Link Monster is flipped face-down (by cards like &#8220;Book of Moon&#8221;), it essentially vanishes. It will remain in that zone, but is treated as nothing. The zones that it previously pointed to will no longer be valid for Special Summoning monsters from the <strong>Extra Deck<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Can_a_Link_Monster_point_to_another_Link_Monster\"><\/span>5. Can a Link Monster point to another Link Monster?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, a <strong>Link Monster<\/strong> can point to another <strong>Link Monster<\/strong>, potentially creating powerful chains of zones open for <strong>Extra Deck<\/strong> summons and allowing the linked monsters to support each other with their effects.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_What_is_a_%E2%80%9Cco-linked%E2%80%9D_monster\"><\/span>6. What is a &#8220;co-linked&#8221; monster?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A monster is considered &#8220;co-linked&#8221; if it is linked to by another <strong>Link Monster<\/strong>. Some Link Monsters have effects that activate when co-linked monsters are on the field.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_If_a_Link_Monster_is_removed_from_the_field_do_the_zones_it_pointed_to_become_unusable_for_Extra_Deck_summons\"><\/span>7. If a Link Monster is removed from the field, do the zones it pointed to become unusable for Extra Deck summons?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, if a <strong>Link Monster<\/strong> leaves the field, the zones it pointed to are no longer valid for Special Summoning monsters from the <strong>Extra Deck<\/strong>. The zones become usable for Main Deck summons as usual.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Can_I_Link_Summon_on_my_opponents_turn\"><\/span>8. Can I Link Summon on my opponent&#8217;s turn?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, you can only <strong>Link Summon<\/strong> during your own Main Phase, unless an effect specifically allows you to <strong>Link Summon<\/strong> during your opponent&#8217;s turn.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Do_Link_Monsters_have_levels\"><\/span>9. Do Link Monsters have levels?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, <strong>Link Monsters<\/strong> do not have <strong>Levels<\/strong> or <strong>Ranks<\/strong>. As a result, they cannot be used as <strong>Xyz Materials<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Can_a_Link_Monster_be_targeted_by_effects_that_require_a_Level\"><\/span>10. Can a Link Monster be targeted by effects that require a Level?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>No, since <strong>Link Monsters<\/strong> do not have a <strong>Level<\/strong>, they cannot be targeted by cards or effects that require a Level.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_What_happens_if_a_Link_Monster_is_affected_by_Skill_Drain\"><\/span>11. What happens if a Link Monster is affected by Skill Drain?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If a <strong>Link Monster&#8217;s<\/strong> effects are negated by <strong>Skill Drain<\/strong>, its Link Arrows still function and still open zones for <strong>Extra Deck Summons<\/strong>. Only the monster&#8217;s effects are negated.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12_How_do_I_Link_Summon_a_Link-1_monster\"><\/span>12. How do I Link Summon a Link-1 monster?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>To <strong>Link Summon<\/strong> a <strong>Link-1<\/strong> monster, you only need to send one monster from your field to the Graveyard that meets the monster&#8217;s material requirements.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Can_I_use_a_Pendulum_Monster_as_a_Link_Material\"><\/span>13. Can I use a Pendulum Monster as a Link Material?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Yes, you can use a <strong>Pendulum Monster<\/strong> as a <strong>Link Material<\/strong>. If the Pendulum Monster is face-up in the <strong>Extra Deck<\/strong>, it can be used as a Link Material only if the Link Monster you are summoning specifically allows it.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14_What_are_the_key_differences_between_Link_Monsters_and_other_Extra_Deck_monsters\"><\/span>14. What are the key differences between Link Monsters and other Extra Deck monsters?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The key differences are that Link Monsters:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>do not have Levels or Ranks.<\/li>\n<li>cannot be in Defense Position.<\/li>\n<li>require specific monsters to act as Link Materials.<\/li>\n<li>need to be Link Summoned to be Special Summoned from the Extra Deck.<\/li>\n<li>open zones for more Extra Deck summons.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15_Where_can_I_learn_more_about_the_game_design_principles_behind_Yu-Gi-Oh\"><\/span>15. Where can I learn more about the game design principles behind Yu-Gi-Oh!?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>You can explore the fascinating world of game design and its impact on learning through organizations like the <strong>Games Learning Society<\/strong>. You can visit their website for more information: <strong>GamesLearningSociety.org<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Unleash the Power: Understanding Link Monsters in Yu-Gi-Oh! A Link Monster in Yu-Gi-Oh! serves as a crucial bridge between your Main Monster Zones and the Extra Deck. They are monsters summoned from the Extra Deck that help to unlock zones for further Extra Deck summons and offer potent effects, reshaping the game&#8217;s strategic landscape by &#8230; <a title=\"What does a link card do in Yugioh?\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/what-does-a-link-card-do-in-yugioh\/\" aria-label=\"More on What does a link card do in Yugioh?\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-331026","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/331026","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=331026"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/331026\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=331026"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=331026"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gameslearningsociety.org\/wiki\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=331026"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}