Yu-Gi-Oh May not as been as popular as Pokémon but I still see and know people to this day that collect and play. For those of you that don’t know here’s a brief explanation: What Is Yu-Gi-Oh!?
Yu-Gi-Oh! is a Japanese trading card game and anime franchise where players summon monsters, cast spells, and set traps to battle their opponents. The game revolves around strategy, deck building, and using the unique abilities of different cards to win duels.
Now, like I did for Pokémon, I am going to try and match Yu-Gi-Oh’s with rock climbing holds types and explain why.
1. Jugs — Kuriboh
Jugs are large, easy-to-grab holds. Kuriboh’s round, fluffy shape fits a comfortable hold that gives climbers a solid grip.
2. Crimps — Dark Magician
Crimps are small holds that require precise fingertip placement. Dark Magician represents the focus and technique needed to use them.
3. Slopers — Blue-Eyes White Dragon
Slopers are rounded holds that rely on friction rather than a strong grip. Blue-Eyes White Dragon’s smooth, curved body fits their shape.
4. Pinches — Obelisk the Tormentor
Pinches require squeezing a hold between the thumb and fingers. Obelisk’s muscular build represents the grip strength needed.
5. Pockets — Red-Eyes Black Dragon
Pockets are holes in the wall that fit one or more fingers. Red-Eyes Black Dragon’s sharp claws evoke hooking fingers into a small opening.
6. Edges — Jinzo
Edges have a distinct lip for climbers to grip. Jinzo’s angular, mechanical design matches their sharp, defined shape.
7. Underclings — Slifer the Sky Dragon
Underclings are gripped from underneath and pulled upward. Slifer’s long, serpentine body fits the unusual angles and positioning these holds require.
8. Sidepulls — Harpie Lady
Sidepulls work best when pulled sideways. Harpie Lady’s outstretched arms represent the sideways force and balance needed to use them.
9. Gastons — Elemental HERO Flame Wingman
Gastons are holds pushed outward against, usually with the elbow pointing away from the body. Flame Wingman’s powerful stance represents the strength and positioning needed to use them.
I hope you enjoyed comparing the monsters to the hold types that relate. I hope I also broadened your horizon into another world I used to watch Yu-Gi-Oh on Saturday mornings and had a little collection of cards. I hope you enjoyed the article and go out and support your local climbing gym and comic book store!
