1. Yu-Gi-Oh! GX

Jaden Yuki: The protagonist of GX, Jaden’s Elemental HERO deck and his ability to communicate with Duel Spirits make him a standout duelist. His growth throughout the series is remarkable.

Zane Truesdale: Known for his Cyber Dragon deck, Zane is a powerful and strategic duelist who transitions from a top student to a feared underground duelist.

Aster Phoenix: A professional duelist with a Destiny HERO deck, Aster’s skills and determination to find his father’s killer drive his dueling prowess.

Chazz Princeton: Starting as an antagonist, Chazz’s journey and his versatile deck, including Ojama and Armed Dragon cards, showcase his adaptability.

Jesse Anderson: With his Crystal Beasts, Jesse’s bond with his cards and his friendship with Jaden highlight his unique dueling style.

2. Yu-Gi-Oh! 5D’s

Yusei Fudo: The main protagonist, Yusei’s Synchro Summoning and his Stardust Dragon are central to his success. His calm demeanor and strategic mind make him a top duelist.

Jack Atlas: Known as the “Master of Faster,” Jack’s Red Dragon Archfiend deck and his confidence make him a formidable opponent.

Akiza Izinski: With her Psychic abilities and Black Rose Dragon, Akiza’s dueling style is both powerful and unique.

Crow Hogan: Using a Blackwing deck, Crow’s loyalty and skill in Turbo Duels make him a key character in 5D’s.

Kalin Kessler: Once a friend turned antagonist, Kalin’s Infernity deck and his dark past add depth to his character and dueling style.

3. Yu-Gi-Oh! ZEXAL

Yuma Tsukumo: The protagonist, Yuma’s growth as a duelist and his bond with Astral are central to the series. His Utopia cards are iconic.

Kite Tenjo: With his Photon deck, Kite’s skills and his mission to save his brother make him a top duelist.

Shark (Reginald Kastle): Starting as a rival, Shark’s evolution and his Shark deck highlight his strategic mind.

Quattro: Known for his Gimmick Puppet deck, Quattro’s complex character and dueling skills stand out.

Vector: As an antagonist, Vector’s manipulative nature and his Chaos deck make him a challenging opponent.

4. Yu-Gi-Oh! ARC-V

Yuya Sakaki: The protagonist, Yuya’s Performapal and Odd-Eyes Pendulum Dragon decks showcase his innovative dueling style.

Declan Akaba: With his D/D/D deck, Declan’s strategic mind and leadership make him a top duelist.

Sora Perse: Using a Frightfur deck, Sora’s skills and his mysterious background add intrigue to his character.

Shay Obsidian: With his Raidraptor deck, Shay’s determination and loyalty are central to his dueling style.

Yuto: A counterpart to Yuya, Yuto’s Phantom Knights deck and his serious demeanor make him a formidable duelist.

5. Yu-Gi-Oh! VRAINS

Yusaku Fujiki (Playmaker): The protagonist, Yusaku’s Cyberse deck and his quest for revenge drive his dueling prowess.

Ai: Starting as an AI companion, Ai’s evolution and his Ignis deck make him a unique duelist.

Revolver: With his Rokket deck, Revolver’s strategic mind and his role as an antagonist highlight his skills.

Soulburner: Using a Salamangreat deck, Soulburner’s loyalty and determination stand out.

Blue Maiden: With her Marincess deck, Blue Maiden’s skills and her bond with her brother are central to her character.

6. Yu-Gi-Oh! SEVENS

Yuga Ohdo: The protagonist, Yuga’s innovative Rush Duel style and his Sevens Road Magician deck showcase his creativity.

Luke: With his Dragon deck, Luke’s confidence and dueling skills make him a top duelist.

Gakuto Sogetsu: Using a Yaminabe Party deck, Gakuto’s strategic mind and loyalty stand out.

Romin Kirishima: With her Prima Guitarna deck, Romin’s musical dueling style is unique and powerful.

Roa Kirishima: As an antagonist, Roa’s charisma and his Royal Rebel’s deck make him a challenging opponent.

7. Yu-Gi-Oh! GO RUSH!!

Yudias Velgear: The protagonist, Yudias’s unique deck and his quest for justice drive his dueling prowess.

Zuwijo zir Velgear: With his powerful deck, Zuwijo’s skills and his role as an antagonist highlight his strategic mind.

Yuamu Ohdo: Using a versatile deck, Yuamu’s loyalty and determination stand out.

Manabu Sogetsu: With his strategic mind and unique deck, Manabu’s skills make him a top duelist.

Manya Atachi: With her innovative deck, Manya’s creativity and dueling style are central to her character.

8. Yu-Gi-Oh! OCG Structures

Shoma Yusa: The protagonist, Shoma’s innovative deck and his quest for improvement drive his dueling prowess.

Strong J: With his powerful deck, Strong J’s skills and his role as a rival highlight his strategic mind.

Light Tsukiko: Using a versatile deck, Light’s loyalty and determination stand out.

Dark Kuroda: With his strategic mind and unique deck, Dark’s skills make him a top duelist.

Mana: With her innovative deck, Mana’s creativity and dueling style are central to her character.