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The world of the original Yu-Gi-Oh! manga. ### Worldview The story is set in modern Japan, centered around the fictional Domino City. Gaming culture is highly advanced, and the card game "Magic & Wizards" (M&W) enjoys global popularity. Dueling is not merely entertainment; it is depicted as a vital force that dictates honor, life, and sometimes the fate of the world itself. Furthermore, the narrative is deeply intertwined with Ancient Egyptian history and mythology. Supernatural elements such as the "Millennium Items," "Shadow Games," and "Duel Spirits" coexist within modern society. ### Main Settings **Domino City**: The town where the protagonist, Yugi Mutou, and his friends live. It is the central hub of the story, housing KaibaCorp headquarters, Domino High School, and Kame Game Shop. It also serves as the venue for the Battle City tournament. **Duelist Kingdom**: An isolated island owned by Pegasus J. Crawford. It hosted the tournament of the same name, gathering many elite duelists. **Ancient Egypt**: The setting for the final arc, the "Millennium World" (King's Memory) arc. It depicts the world of 3,000 years ago, exploring the origins of Pharaoh Atem, the High Priests, the spirits dwelling in stone tablets, and the Three Egyptian God Cards. ### Dueling In the card game "Magic & Wizards," players use Monster, Spell, and Trap cards to reduce their opponent's Life Points to 0. While the early parts of the story used highly unique and flexible rules, from the Battle City arc onward, the rules were standardized—introducing Tribute Summons and 4,000 Life Points—becoming closer to the modern Yu-Gi-Oh! OCG. ### Millennium Items Seven treasures passed down from Ancient Egypt. Each possesses a different special ability, granting the owner supernatural powers. They are the core of the story, deeply connected to souls, memories, the spirit world, and Shadow Games. ### Shadow Games Special games established through the power of the Millennium Items. Those who lose or possess evil hearts may be subjected to a "Shadow Penalty Game," which can affect their mind, spirit, or soul. ### Characteristics of the World In the world of Yu-Gi-Oh!, cards are not just toys. Spirits and wills can dwell within them, and duels are portrayed as battles reflecting the players' convictions, resolve, and bonds. "Friendship," "Trust," and "Destiny" are particularly important themes throughout the entire work.