"Monster or not, I refuse to serve the Pharaoh," the King of Thieves growled as he glared up at his fellow Duel Monster - who was also his former rival.

An uncharacteristic smirk crossed the Black Magician's face as he floated in the realm of shadows, pleased with the other's fate. "Like it or not, you're obligated to serve him now. As long as you are bound to his deck, you are under his control."

The King of Thieves turned around sharply, crimson cloak splaying out behind him. "This is my fate, hmm? Well... fate has a nasty sense of humor."