Rank

A Rank is an indicator that is exclusive to Xyz Monsters and Nova Monsters (FCG only), used in place of a Level. It is indicated by a number of stars, similar to a Level; however, they are aligned at the left side of the card, and are depicted by a yellow star on a black circle. The Rank of an Xyz Monster is the same as the Level of its Xyz Material Monsters. The Rank of a Nova Monster is the same as its Synchro counterpart.

An Xyz or Nova Monster's Rank is not its Level. Xyz and Nova Monsters do not have Levels. Therefore, they cannot be used for Synchro, Ritual, or Xyz Summons, and any effects that would refer to the Level of a monster, such as those of "Gravity Bind", "Level Limit - Area B", and even "Burden of the Mighty" cannot be applied to an Xyz Monster under any circumstances.