How to Use the Yu-Gi-Oh MCP in Claude

Q: How do I check the database version for Yu-Gi-Oh! using Claude Desktop?

You just run checkdbversion(). The response tells you exactly which version of the underlying Yu-Gi-Oh! database your agent is talking to. This helps confirm data integrity.

Q: If I need card info for a new set, how do I use Claude Desktop?

Start by calling listcardsets() to verify the set exists. Then, use getcardsetinfo(setname) to pull up all available cards from that specific collection.

Q: Can I list all archetypes for Yu-Gi-Oh! in Claude Desktop?

Absolutely. Just run the listarchetypes() tool. It provides a clean, complete breakdown of every recognized card archetype currently in the database.

Q: Does the random card feature work across all Yu-Gi-Oh! versions in Claude Desktop?

It pulls from the entire managed database. When you call getrandomcard(), it guarantees a valid, existing entry within the scope of the connected MCP Server.

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Check Card Details Instantly

Need to know what a card does? Just call `get_card_info(card_name, card_id)`. Your agent pulls up detailed stats and effects for any Yu-Gi-Oh! card you name. You can check multiple cards at once. It’s fast and reliable, letting you build out complex lists of required monster or spell parameters.

Explore the Game's Structure

`list_archetypes()` gives you a rundown of every major card type in Yu-Gi-Oh!. Use this to scope your research before diving deeper into specific mechanics. Want to know what sets exist? `list_card_sets()` runs that list too. You'll get the full map of available content.

Grab a Random Card for Fun

Sometimes you just need a laugh or a quick example. Running `get_random_card()` hands you a completely random Yu-Gi-Oh! card. It's a simple call, but it works great for testing data flows when you don’t have a specific card name handy.

Setup guide

Set up Yu-Gi-Oh MCP in Claude Web or Desktop

1

Open Claude Settings

Go to claude.ai, click your profile icon, then navigate to Customize → Connectors.
2

Add Custom Connector

Click the "+" button and select Add custom connector. Paste your Vinkius endpoint URL: https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your token from cloud.vinkius.com. For OAuth-protected servers, expand Advanced settings to add credentials.
3

Start a conversation

Open a new chat. The Yu-Gi-Oh MCP tools are available immediately — no restart needed.

Endpoint URL

https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp

No configuration file needed — paste the URL directly in the Claude web interface.

Available on Free (1 connector), Pro, Max, Team, and Enterprise plans.

Prerequisites

Claude Desktop installed (macOS or Windows)
Active Vinkius subscription with a valid endpoint token

1

Open Claude Desktop Settings

Click the menu icon at the top-left corner, go to Settings → Developer → Edit Config. This opens claude_desktop_config.json in your default text editor.
2

Paste the Yu-Gi-Oh MCP configuration

Copy the JSON snippet on the right into the mcpServers object. Replace [YOUR_TOKEN_HERE] with your endpoint token from cloud.vinkius.com.
3

Restart Claude Desktop

Close and reopen the application. Claude needs a full restart to load new MCPs — refreshing a conversation is not enough.
4

Verify the connection

Open a new conversation. Click the 🔌 icon at the bottom of the message input. You should see tools listed under yu-gi-oh-mcp.

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{
  "mcpServers": {
    "yu-gi-oh-mcp": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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Common questions about Yu-Gi-Oh MCP in Claude Desktop

You just run `check_db_version()`. The response tells you exactly which version of the underlying Yu-Gi-Oh! database your agent is talking to. This helps confirm data integrity.

Start by calling `list_card_sets()` to verify the set exists. Then, use `get_card_set_info(set_name)` to pull up all available cards from that specific collection.

Absolutely. Just run the `list_archetypes()` tool. It provides a clean, complete breakdown of every recognized card archetype currently in the database.

This server handles structured text data concerning cards and sets. Specifically, it accesses information like `Card ID`, `Card Name`, and `Set Information`.

It pulls from the entire managed database. When you call `get_random_card()`, it guarantees a valid, existing entry within the scope of the connected MCP Server.

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