Darius

Dear Members:

I asked for Julia's authorization to post this thread, that may solve most of your questions about how Xyz Monsters work (along with the information given in the Starter Deck: Dawn of the Xyz, and the articles in the Strategy Site).

This is a little "FAQ" of sorts, using the exact quotes said by Kevin Tewart in this group.

Also, please remember that many of these answers are still under review, and may be modified when an official article be posted.

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1. RULES IN THE OCG FAQ (widespreaded everywhere)

Q: Should we use the rules in the OCG FAQ for the Xyz Monsters?
A: "Do not use OCG rules as a reference."

2. XYZ MATERIALS

Q: Are the Xyz Materials considered to be in the field, or not?
A: "As I've stated before in this group, Xyz Materials are in the field. Period. End of story."

Q: Since the Xyz Materials are on the field, are they still considered as Monsters on the field? Do they keep their effects?
A: "They're considered "on the field" yes, but don't have their 'on the field' effects since they're not monsters anymore. If Exiled Force is an Xyz Material you can't Tribute it. If XX-saber Fulhelmknight is an Xyz Material, you can't negate an attack. Just like if these same monsters were equipped to Relinquished, etc. It's easiest to think of Xyz Materials as very similar to equipped monsters, at least for now."

Q: Since they are considered to be in the field, can they targeted by something that targets cards on the field?
A: "The main difference is that since they don't occupy zones, you can't go after them with Caius or Raikgei Break or (heh) MST."

Q: If "Reborn Tengu" is used for Xyz Summon and later detached, does its effect activate?
A: "Yes, Tengu leaves the field when he's detached. As I said before."

Q: What about Sangan? Is ruled the same than Reborn Tengu?
A: "There is no difference."

Q: What happens if Plaguespreader Zombie, after using its effect is used for Xyz Summon and later detached?
A: "Similar to how Plaguespreader works if it becomes an equip spell card, Plaguespreader would be banished when it leaves the field. Again, this is under review."

Q: Can Monster Tokens be used as Xyz Materials?
A: "No. You can't use tokens because they're not physical cards you can pile under the Xyz Monster."

Q: Can Trap Monsters be used as Xyz Materials?
A: (...) "you can use Trap Monsters, for the same reason. Because they are cards you can pile under an Xyz Monster." (...) (Note: YES, he means you CAN).

Q: If the Xyz monster leaves the field, are the materials also considered to be destroyed? or are they still considered to be sent to the Graveyard?
A: "Sent"

Q: If the Xyz Summon is negated, are the Xyz Materials are considered to sent to the Graveyard or destroyed? Would Sangan or T.G. Warwolf activate its effects in such case?
A: "If the Xyz Summon is negated, the Xyz Materials are sent to the Graveyard. You would get Sangan's effect but not T.G. Warwolf's. Again, this is under review pending revisions to the rulebook that are under consideration."

3. MISCELANEOUS

Q: If "Gladiator Beast Darius" Special Summons a "Gladiator Beast" monster, and then "Darius" is used as Xyz Material, does the Special Summoned monster remain on the field and regains its effect?

A: (Valentin Fuentealba): "The monster summoned by Darius would recover its effects when Darius is used as Xyz Material, because it would be similar to being turned face-down."

(Kevin Tewart): "Valentin is correct. Darius no longer has any power over the other GB. It cannot negate its effects, nor can Darius say "I'M TAKING YOU WITH ME" when Darius goes to the Graveyard."

("Gladiator Beast Darius" new text): "When this card is Special Summoned by the effect of a “Gladiator Beast” monster: You can target 1 “Gladiator Beast” monster in your Graveyard; Special Summon that target, but its effect(s) is negated by this card, and it is shuffled into the Deck when this card leaves the field.

Q: How would a Xyz monster with Xyz Materials attached to it interact with Magical Hats?

A: (Christopher 'Chrischi' Böttcher): "You should take the materials aside, while performing the Magical Hat effect."
(Kevin Tewart): "Sounds good to me."

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Thanks for your attention.