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Probability in Yu-Gi-Oh!: The Math of Going Over 40

Vilma Virtanen | 2022-03-30

When building a new deck, most people tend to stick to the minimum number of cards. After all, many strategies just want to draw a specific starter. But there are decks that don't need to stay at the minimum. There is nothing wrong with playing 40 cards, but with a little bit of math we can uncover other possibilities.

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The Mathematics of Pot of Desires

Robin Schrecklinger | 2020-12-09

Few cards in the history of Yu-Gi-Oh! have caused as much controversy and as many debates as Pot of Desires. This article seeks to answer the questions surrounding this card, using math to figure out the pro and contra of running more or fewer copies of this powerful spell. Numbers ahead!

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The Mathematics Behind Building Competitive Decks

Robin Schrecklinger | 2020-10-29

Have you ever thought of a new strategy that seemed powerful in theory but turned out to be inconsistent in practice? When it comes to consistency issues, we have to take a look at probabilities. In this article we will investigate the mathematics involved in building competitive decks.

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How Many Cards Go in a Deck?

Thomas Rose | 2020-09-07

When building a deck one of the most controversial topics is the number of cards to include. Some players swear by 40, often you see lists with a handful more, and sometimes players really pile on the cards. How can you determine the right number? When is it okay to go above 40? Should you play an Upstart?

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