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Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel\'s Shadow Duelist revealed as Dylan Sprouse

by Lily Dec 13,2025

  • Actor Dylan Sprouse revealed as Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel's Shadow Duelist #3
  • The Suite Life star played villain Baron Bloodthorne before being unmasked during the tournament finale
  • Tournament champion received Sprouse's signed character mask as their prize

The Yu-Gi-Oh! phenomenon bridges generations, genders, and borders - now it's captivating Hollywood celebrities too. The latest revelation comes from yesterday's Shadow Duelist tournament finale, where the mysterious Baron Bloodthorne turned out to be actor Dylan Sprouse.

Along with twin brother Cole, Dylan gained fame through Disney Channel's Suite Life series. Since pursuing solo careers, Dylan continues surprising fans - this time through his digital persona as Master Duel's infamous villain.

Following his voice role in Total War: Warhammer II, Sprouse challenged seasoned duelists throughout the Shadow Duelist series. He joins other celebrities who've adopted masked identities to compete against tournament champions.

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The Mask Tradition Continues

Previous Shadow Duelists included WWE's Xavier Woods and One Direction's Zayn Malik, each with unique mask designs. This year's victorious duelist earned the honor of revealing Sprouse's identity and took home his autographed Baron Bloodthorne mask.

Yu-Gi-Oh! Master Duel remains one of the most successful digital adaptations of the classic trading card game. The Shadow Duelist series has emerged as a particularly popular feature, consistently generating excitement among players.

True to Yu-Gi-Oh! tradition, competitive players must stay updated on one crucial element: the Master Duel ban list. Whether you're dueling casually or aiming for professional tournaments, understanding restricted cards remains essential.