Veiler

Veiler, commonly referred to as Effect Veiler, is a card in the Yu-Gi-Oh! trading card game. It is a Level 1 Effect Monster that is widely used as a hand trap to disrupt the opponent’s plays. The card’s effect allows the player to discard Veiler from their hand to negate the effects of one Effect Monster on the field until the end of the turn. This negation can be activated during either player’s turn, providing flexibility to interrupt key threats as they appear.

In practical terms, Veiler is valued for its speed and versatility. As a one-card interruption, it does not require setup or a specific timing window, making it useful in many matchups. However, its negation only applies to the effects of Effect Monsters; it does not affect non-Effect monsters or non-monster effects. Since the effect lasts only until the end of the turn, consistent disruption typically requires additional copies or complementary control tools.

Veiler has been printed in numerous sets and reprint cycles since its debut, appearing in multiple rarities and configurations across core sets and structure decks. Because of its low cost and immediate impact, it has been a staple in various meta decks and budget builds, particularly in older formats. Over time, its prominence has waxed and waned with shifts in the competitive landscape and the availability of other hand traps, but it remains a recognizable and enduring element of Yu-Gi-Oh! card history.