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6 / 10- 121EP 121filler
Yami Marik disables self-destruct while Kaiba defeats Gozoboro and Noah reconciles with family.
Aug 27, 2002Yami Marik destroys the control room computers, disabling the self-destruct mechanism and creating a desperate situation. Kaiba defeats Gozoboro Kaiba, allowing him and Yugi to rush toward the exit before the virtual world explodes. Simultaneously, Noah erases Gozoboro's files and releases his mind, finally making peace with his family. He then prepares for the impending destruction of the virtual world. This broadcast was an hour-long special when aired in Japan.
- 122EP 122
Duelists gather at the Alcatraz tower for a four-way Battle City finals match.
Sep 3, 2002Yuugi and his allies reach the island as the Battle City finals restart. To determine the upcoming matchups, Yuugi, Jonouchi, Kaiba, and Marik engage in a four-way duel inside the Alcatraz duel tower. Kaiba seeks to defeat Ra by challenging Yuugi for the Egyptian God card Osiris. Jonouchi aims to save Kujaku Mai's soul by fighting Marik. Marik duels merely for the pleasure of destruction. Yuugi alone hesitates to choose his opponent, torn between saving the world, settling a rivalry, or honoring a promise to a friend.
- 123EP 123
Jonouchi faces Yami Marik while Kaiba targets Marik and Jonouchi in Battle City
Sep 10, 2002The four-way duel progresses as Jonouchi resolves to defeat Yami Marik to rescue Mai. Although Kaiba initially plans to duel Yuugi, he recognizes that the first two losers must face each other. Refusing to intentionally lose, Kaiba chooses to defeat both Marik and Jonouchi instead. Concurrently, Ishizu contemplates her history and the conflicts with her younger brother that precipitated the current situation. The narrative focuses on these strategic decisions and personal reflections amidst the ongoing tournament.
- 124EP 124
Jonouchi sacrifices himself to secure Yuugi's match against Kaiba in Battle City
Sep 17, 2002The Battle City tournament progresses as Jonouchi faces a coordinated assault from both Marik and Kaiba. Desperate to ensure he can duel Marik in the semi-finals, Jonouchi persuades Yuugi to attack him directly. Although initially hesitant, Yuugi complies with the request, allowing Jonouchi to gain the necessary advantage. This strategic move finalizes the upcoming pairings for the next round of matches. The schedule is set with Jonouchi facing Yami Marik, while Kaiba is matched against Yami Yuugi. The outcome of these specific encounters determines the path forward for the remaining duelists in the competition.
- 125EP 125
The Darkness Returns — Part 1
Oct 8, 2002The semifinal opening duel commences as Marik initiates a Game of Darkness. He employs dark energy strings to link himself and Jonouchi to every monster they summon. When a monster is destroyed or weakened, the owner suffers a proportional amount of damage. Although Marik anticipated severe consequences, Jonouchi is the only participant whose physical energy shows visible signs of strain, and even then, the effect is less intense than Marik had predicted.
- 126EP 126
Marik's aggressive strategy damages Jonouchi's deck and life points while summoning Demonic Lava God - Lava Golem.
Oct 8, 2002Marik employs duel tactics that steadily deplete Jonouchi's life points and damage his deck. Jonouchi attempts to devise a comeback strategy to turn the tide of the match. However, his efforts are significantly hindered by the presence of a new monster on the field. Marik has summoned Demonic Lava God - Lava Golem specifically on Jonouchi's side of the field. This strategic placement creates a difficult obstacle for Jonouchi, limiting his options for recovery. The episode focuses on the intense pressure Jonouchi faces as he tries to overcome these specific challenges posed by Marik's powerful card and his aggressive gameplay style.
- 127EP 127
Jonouchi summons Gilford the Lightning as Marik revives the Winged God Dragon of Ra in Phoenix Mode
Oct 15, 2002Facing a critical decline in life points and unable to attack with his current monsters, Jonouchi calls forth the powerful Gilford the Lightning, which ultimately serves as his salvation. In response to this strategic move, Marik activates the spell card Resurrection of the Dead to retrieve the previously discarded Winged God Dragon of Ra from his graveyard. He then transforms the summoned entity into one of its three distinct forms, specifically utilizing the Phoenix Mode. This sequence highlights the intense duel dynamics as both players deploy significant assets to gain the upper hand in the match.
- 128EP 128
Jonouchi succumbs to the Game of Darkness as Marik claims victory by default
Oct 22, 2002Although Jonouchi survived Marik's initial assault, the lingering effects of the Game of Darkness severely weakened him. He collapsed and lost consciousness at the critical moment just before securing a win in the duel. Consequently, Marik was declared the winner by default due to Jonouchi's inability to continue playing. Yuugi is left devastated by this outcome, struggling to find any hope after witnessing the loss of his best friend's soul.
- 129EP 129
Yuugi and Kaiba face off in the coliseum semifinals as their duel begins
Oct 29, 2002The semifinal match proceeds with the highly anticipated confrontation between Yuugi and Kaiba. During his initial turn, Kaiba draws the Giant God Soldier of Obelisk, but Yuugi swiftly prevents its summoning. Later, Yuugi draws the Celestial Dragon of Osiris, causing lightning to fill the sky as the duel is still only beginning.
- 130EP 130
The second part of the intense duel between Kaiba and Yugi in the Coliseum
Nov 5, 2002Kaiba and Yugi engage in a strategic battle to summon their monsters to the field. Both duelists face significant obstacles as they attempt to execute their respective plans. Each player actively works to disrupt the other's tactics, creating a complex struggle where every move is countered. The confrontation highlights the direct interference between the two competitors as they vie for dominance in the arena.
- 131EP 131
The Final Duel Between Obelisk and Slifer in the Coliseum
Oct 29, 2002The intense battle within the coliseum reaches a critical juncture as Kaiba successfully summons the powerful monster Obelisk the Tormentor onto the field. This move directly challenges Yugi, who has Slifer the Sky Dragon deployed in response. The confrontation highlights the clash between these two legendary entities, escalating the stakes of their duel. The narrative focuses on the strategic positioning and the immediate conflict arising from these specific summonings, emphasizing the rivalry between the two duelists and their respective divine beasts without revealing the final outcome of the match.
- 132EP 132
Duelists face visions of ancient battles while battling with signature cards
Nov 5, 2002After both duelists destroy their monsters, Kaiba and Yugi witness a vision of the High Priest’s legendary conflict with the Pharaoh. While Kaiba dismisses the event as an illusion, Yugi recognizes it as a glimpse into the past. The intense duel resumes as both competitors launch attacks using their signature cards. This segment was originally broadcast in Japan as a 90-minute special.
- 133EP 133
Kaiba summons three Blue Eyes White Dragons to take the lead in the Coliseum duel.
Nov 12, 2002Kaiba secures a significant advantage in the duel by summoning three Blue Eyes White Dragons. Yugi feels his chances of victory vanish, but he finds renewed strength and encouragement from Joey, allowing him to remain resilient in the game. Simultaneously, the intensity of the ongoing duel and Joey's personal dreams trigger his awakening. This segment was originally broadcast in Japan as a special 90-minute-long episode.
- 134EP 134
Kaiba's Final Move Limits Duelists to Three Cards
Nov 19, 2002Kaiba executes a decisive strategy that restricts all participants to utilizing only three cards for the remainder of the match. This constraint compels the duelists to rely exclusively on the most powerful cards within their respective decks to secure victory. The narrative focuses on the intense pressure this rule places on the competitors as they must carefully select and deploy their limited resources. Additionally, it is noted that when this segment was originally broadcast in Japan, it aired as a special program with a duration of 90 minutes.
- 135EP 135
Joey Challenges Kaiba for Third Place in Battle City
Dec 3, 2002Frustrated by Kaiba's persistent mockery, Joey decides to confront him directly. He issues a challenge to Kaiba to determine the winner of the third-place position within the ongoing Battle City tournament. This match serves as a pivotal moment for Joey as he seeks to prove his worth and overcome the psychological pressure exerted by his rival. The encounter highlights the intense competition and personal stakes involved in the tournament standings.
- 136EP 136filler
Joey secures a powerful card from Kaiba while Tea battles Yami Marik for the Millennium Rod.
Dec 10, 2002During the intense duel, Joey successfully acquires one of Kaiba’s most formidable cards, a crucial move that allows him to progress further in the match. Simultaneously, a separate conflict unfolds involving Téa. She is currently possessed by the benevolent fragment of Marik’s soul. In this state, she engages in a direct confrontation with Yami Marik. The primary objective of this struggle is to determine who will maintain control over the Millennium Rod. This dual narrative highlights the high stakes of the ongoing tournament and the supernatural elements influencing the characters' actions.
- 137EP 137
Kaiba Destroys Tower and Gives Yugi Card After Third Place
Dec 17, 2002Following his victory over Joey and securing third place in the tournament, Kaiba intends to demolish the Duel Tower to erase his history. Ishizu and Mokuba intervene to change his mind. Consequently, Kaiba provides Yugi with a single powerful card intended to offer him a fighting chance against Marik in their upcoming final duel.
- 138EP 138
The Final Face Off — Part 1
Dec 24, 2002The Battle City finals commence as Yami Marik initiates a shadow game, threatening to destroy the souls of the Pharaoh and Yugi if they lose. Yugi urges the Pharaoh to focus on the duel to rescue Mai, Bakura, and the good Marik. Yami Marik sacrifices his Winged Dragon of Ra to the graveyard with plans to revive it. In response, Yugi successfully summons Slifer the Sky Dragon by utilizing his three Knights to challenge the opponent's strategy.
- 139EP 139
Marik Revives Ra to Attack Yugi, Who Counters with Kaiba's Card
Jan 7, 2003Marik activates the effect of Ra to destroy Slifer, then revives the monster to launch an attack against Yugi. In response, Yugi utilizes the card Fiend's Sanctuary, which was provided by Kaiba, to halt Marik's assault. Following this defense, Yugi employs the Multiply spell card to summon Obelisk the Tormentor. This powerful summoning allows Yugi to severely damage Marik and turn the tide of the duel.
- 140EP 140
Marik's Good Side Fades as Odion Wakes to His Apology
Jan 14, 2003Marik’s benevolent personality reclaims Tea’s body, urging Yugi to destroy both his good and evil halves. However, as his dark side loses life points, the good Marik begins to fade, causing Yugi and the Pharaoh to hesitate in their duel. Before disappearing completely, Marik appears to the unconscious Odion, expressing gratitude for his care and apologizing for his past cruelty. He wishes he could undo his harmful actions. The scene ends with a cliffhanger as Odion awakens, having heard Marik’s sincere apology.
- 141EP 141
Yugi summons Dark Magician to activate Ragnarok against Marik's fused Ra card.
Jan 21, 2003Yugi defends against Marik's assaults, gathering necessary cards to summon Dark Magician and Dark Magician Girl. He activates Ragnarok, a spell that destroys all monsters on Marik's field, including The Winged Dragon of Ra fused with him. This effect removes all cards Marik controls but banishes all monsters Yami Yugi owns to the graveyard. Yami Marik argues that destroying Ra leaves the good Marik with only 1 life point, making him vulnerable to the Shadow Realm and causing him to lose his soul. Odion arrives, weakened, to free his master. Yami Marik dismisses this, claiming the good Marik is nearly gone and he intends to remain.
- 142EP 142
Marik's Good Half Fights Back as Yugi Activates Ragnarok to End the Battle City Finals
Jan 28, 2003Odion urges Marik's good side to resist Yami Marik, who attacks with the Millennium Rod. Ignoring Ishizu, Odion reminds Marik that his hatred created Yami, granting the good half power to destroy him. As Yami Marik prepares a final blow, the good Marik emerges to fight for body control, stalling long enough for Yugi to play Ragnarok. This spell destroys Ra, allowing Marik to regain control. A fragment of Yami Marik remains but fails to persuade Marik to seize the Millennium Items. Marik surrenders to Yugi, banishing Yami Marik to the Shadow Realm and ending the Battle City finals. Bakura and Mai return, and Marik reunites with his forgiving siblings. Yugi claims the three Egyptian God Cards. Kaiba initiates the Duel Tower's self-destruct sequence, granting everyone one hour to escape the island before it explodes.
- 143EP 143
Yugi's group escapes the exploding island, leaving Kaiba and Mokuba behind as they return to Domino City
Feb 4, 2003Yugi and his friends manage to flee the island just before it is destroyed by the Blue-Eyes White Jet, which causes a massive explosion. They are forced to abandon Kaiba and Mokuba, who remain on the island during the escape. After successfully getting away, the group travels back to Domino City. Upon their arrival, they bid farewell to one another and part ways, ending their shared journey together.
- 144EP 144recap
Téa tours the city with Serenity while Joey battles Yugi for his dragon
Feb 11, 2003Téa accompanies Serenity on a tour of the city, visiting locations significant to the Battle City Tournament duels. Meanwhile, Joey engages Yugi in a duel with the specific goal of reclaiming his Red-Eyes Black Dragon. After the match, Téa reunites with Yugi, and the two proceed together to embark on new adventures.
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- How many episodes does Yu☆Gi☆Oh! Duel Monsters have?
- Yu☆Gi☆Oh! Duel Monsters has 224 episodes.
- When did Yu☆Gi☆Oh! Duel Monsters come out?
- Yu☆Gi☆Oh! Duel Monsters came out in 2000.
- Which studio made Yu☆Gi☆Oh! Duel Monsters?
- Yu☆Gi☆Oh! Duel Monsters was produced by Studio Gallop.
- Who directed Yu☆Gi☆Oh! Duel Monsters?
- Yu☆Gi☆Oh! Duel Monsters was directed by Kunihisa Sugishima.
- Is Yu☆Gi☆Oh! Duel Monsters finished?
- Current status of Yu☆Gi☆Oh! Duel Monsters: Finished.