Rank

A Rank is an indicator that is exclusive to Xyz Monsters, used in place of a Level. It is indicated by a number of stars, similar to a Level; however, they are aligned to the left side of the card, and are depicted by a yellow star on a black circle. The Rank of an Xyz Monster is almost always the same as the Level of its required Xyz Materials.

An Xyz Monster's Rank is not its Level. Xyz Monsters do not have a Level. Therefore, they cannot be used for Synchro, Ritual, or Xyz Summons (except for Xyz Evolution), and any effects that would refer to the Level of a monster, cannot be applied to an Xyz Monster.

The ATK averages for Ranks are a fair bit higher than for their respective Levels (for example, barring negative effects, 2-Material Rank 3 monsters can reach 2100 ATK and 2-Material Rank 4 monsters can reach 2600 ATK, compared to 1750 ATK for a Level 3 monster and 2000 ATK for a Level 4 monster). Just as with any other category of monsters, Xyz Monsters with more powerful effects may have lower ATK and DEF than other monsters of the same Rank, while Xyz Monsters with negative effects or more difficult Summoning conditions may have higher ATK and DEF.