Yu-Gi-Oh! The Duelist Genesis – prices and most valuable cards
The Duelist Genesis is a Yu-Gi-Oh! set released on September 2, 2008. Our database lists 114 cards (set code: TDGS).
Key facts
| Game | Yu-Gi-Oh! |
|---|---|
| Release | September 2, 2008 |
| Code | TDGS |
| Card count | 114 |
Most valuable The Duelist Genesis cards
| # | Card | No. | Rarity | Variant | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stardust Dragon (Ghost) | TDGS-EN040 | Ghost Rare | 1st Edition | $1,213 |
| 2 | Stardust Dragon (UTR) | TDGS-EN040 | Ultimate Rare | 1st Edition | $722 |
| 3 | Red Dragon Archfiend (UTR) | TDGS-EN041 | Ultimate Rare | 1st Edition | $365 |
| 4 | Goyo Guardian (UTR) | TDGS-EN042 | Ultimate Rare | 1st Edition | $250 |
| 5 | Nitro Warrior (UTR) | TDGS-EN039 | Ultimate Rare | 1st Edition | $138 |
| 6 | Thought Ruler Archfiend (UTR) | TDGS-EN044 | Ultimate Rare | 1st Edition | $134 |
| 7 | Charge of the Light Brigade | TDGS-EN089 | Secret Rare | 1st Edition | $130 |
| 8 | Emergency Teleport (UTR) | TDGS-EN053 | Ultimate Rare | 1st Edition | $97.94 |
| 9 | Stardust Dragon | TDGS-EN040 | Ultra Rare | 1st Edition | $93.28 |
| 10 | Hand of the Six Samurai | TDGS-EN085 | Secret Rare | 1st Edition | $84.41 |
TCGplayer market prices (US market) as of October 29, 2026 — for each card, its most expensive variant (e.g. holo, 1st Edition). Prices change daily and depend on condition — check the current price of a specific card and version in RipWorth.
Rarities in this set
| Rarity | Cards |
|---|---|
| Common | 48 |
| Rare | 20 |
| Super Rare | 17 |
| Ultra Rare | 10 |
| Ultimate Rare | 10 |
| Secret Rare | 8 |
| Ghost Rare | 1 |
FAQ
How many cards are in The Duelist Genesis?
RipWorth’s database lists 114 numbered cards in The Duelist Genesis (sealed products excluded).
When was The Duelist Genesis released?
The Duelist Genesis was released on September 2, 2008.
What is the most valuable card in The Duelist Genesis?
Based on TCGplayer market prices as of October 29, 2026, the most valuable card is Stardust Dragon (Ghost) (TDGS-EN040, Ghost Rare) at about $1,213. Prices change daily.
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