Yu-Gi-Oh! Tumor Duelist: Rise of the Underworld King
Chapter 16:
You Feng wasn't surprised to not see his name on the list. In fact, it seemed logical.
After all, the younger version of Muto Yugi—the "small watch"—was never especially powerful early on. As a protagonist, he needed space to grow. Otherwise, Atum's presence would be meaningless.
So, it wasn't odd that early-stage Yugi didn't make the list or was ranked low.
"Just let it happen naturally. The important thing is believing in yourself," You Feng said casually, hands resting behind his head. "Still… this world's getting more interesting by the day."
"I know I can make it on there," Muto Yugi nodded with conviction. "Come on… the last one on the list tonight!"
Then, above the skies, the ancient scroll unfurled in a radiant glow.
All duelists around the world fixed their eyes on the shining sky.
[Duel King Gold List – Overall Strength Rank #41]
[Name: Muto Yugi]
[Identity: Ordinary high schooler at Domino High School who loves games]
[Representative Deck: Dark Magician]
[Six Strength Metrics: Pressure 68, Resistance 65, Luck 72, Deck Assembly 71, Defense 65, Strategy 70]
[Total Strength Score: 411]
[Reward: Magic Card – Curtain of Black Magic]
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Chapter 23: Muto Yugi Enters the Rankings – Kaiba Doubts Life Again! (1/5)
As soon as Yugi's ranking was announced, Kaiba Seto in the Domino region shot up from his seat. His eyes trembled, and he muttered through clenched teeth:
"Impossible… This can't be happening!"
"The same Dark Magician user who beat my Blue-Eyes White Dragon... ranked only 41st?!"
He was stunned.
Seto Kaiba had once been defeated—decisively—by Muto Yugi.
And not just in any duel. It was that duel.
The one where Exodia ended everything in one unstoppable turn.
To him, Yugi was a rival worth acknowledging.
And if he ranked 41st…
Then what chance did Kaiba Seto have?
That thought shook him more than anything.
"Master Kaiba!" Isano called out, not understanding her boss's shock.
Of course, Kaiba didn't yet realize that the one who truly beat him back then wasn't "Yugi"... but the spirit of Pharaoh Atum.
Without that influence, Yugi's base strength was still developing.
The "small watch" would only mature as the story progressed.
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Meanwhile, at Duelist Kingdom…
Pegasus paused mid-sip, swirling his red wine and smirking.
"Oh~ Game Boy… only ranked 41st?"
"Heh… I knew my skills were above yours."
"This just got so much more delightful!"
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Tomb of the Pharaoh
Isis's expression sharpened as she saw the name.
"Muto Yugi…"
Malik glanced over, puzzled. "What is it?"
"There's more to him than what the Gold List shows…"
"He's hiding something enormous."
Her body tensed with a shiver as a vision passed through her.
"Someone ranked 41st is hiding that much power?" Malik's voice was incredulous.
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Northern Satellite Region
Crow Hogan was still on the phone with Fudo Yusei when the announcement came.
"Hah! Guess we were right!"
"You see this? That's the fifth duelist from Domino to make the list!"
"What a wild Duel City!"
Fudo Yusei's eyes burned with anticipation.
"I have a feeling… tomorrow, it'll be the Satellite Region's turn."
He wasn't guessing.
He believed he could make the list.
And if he could, others from his world could too.
"Let's hope you're right," Crow said.
"But ranking doesn't make you invincible."
"I'd rather take a fall and climb my way back up. That's where the fun is."
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Southern Duel Academy – Osiris Red Dorm
"Another Domino duelist on the list!" someone exclaimed.
"This city's overflowing with elite talent!"
"I want to duel them all!" Judai Yuki said, eyes blazing.
Five names from Domino were now ranked.
Heaven's Asuka's eyes gleamed, already dreaming of joining Duel City's elite.
"Among the Domino exchange students… maybe even more names will show up," said Ryo Marufuji, arms crossed calmly.
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Onboard the Helicopter
The mood burst like a shaken soda can.
"Game made the list?!"
"He's 41st! That's just nine spots ahead of me!" cried Honda.
"Is he really that strong?"
Jounouchi scratched his face, half-joking and half-doubtful.
"Heh! I told you he was better than you," Honda snorted.
"Congrats, Yugi!" said Anzu, her joy pure and bright.
"Forty-first, huh?" You Feng murmured.
Not surprising.
The "small watch" was still growing… his full strength remained an enigma.
"At least I'm not the only one who hasn't ranked yet!" Yugi chuckled, scratching his head sheepishly.
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Suddenly, the sky pulsed with light again.
"Whoa—another update?!"
"Will the Top Five appear today?"
Excitement rippled through the air.
Yugi leaned forward, eyes shining.
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Chapter 24: Duel Integration Reward! You Feng Stunned! (2/5)
The Duel King Gold List shimmered.
Waves of color bloomed across the ancient scroll.
Lines of multicolored light slowly formed.
The global leaderboard—visible to all—was shifting again.
[Now announcing the Top Five Duelists on the Duel King Gold List!]
[Rank #5: The Creator of Worlds!]
[Rewards: +1 to all attributes, one Duel Integration Bonus, and a challenge: defeat 10 listed Duelists consecutively to unlock a Rare Treasure Chest. One loss cancels the reward.]
[Rank #4: The Devil's Wheel!]