Yami Yugi

Yami Yugi, known as Atem in his ancient Egyptian form, is the central character in the Yu-Gi-Oh! series. His kind, calm demeanor contrasts with his unparalleled skill in the card game Duel Monsters, underlined by his stoic and mysterious past. As Yami Yugi, he dons a golden mask and represents the spirit of the legendary Egyptian pharaoh who ruled thousands of years ago. He values truth and integrity, fighting for justice and fairness with a mature sense of responsibility. Atem, his counterpart, is often depicted as more boyish and playful. He is deeply connected with his friends, especially Anzu Mazaki, whom he has a protective instinct towards, and Joey Wheeler, with whom he shares a friendly rivalry. His opponents range from the formidable Seto Kaiba to various characters from the Shadow Games world. Though seemingly soft-spoken, Yami Yugi shows ferocity when required, especially when protecting the innocent or when dueling for the sake of what he believes in.