Defensive Tactics is a Normal Trap Card.
Trap Cards are normally Set first and can be activated on a later turn, often in response to an action.
On the current TCG and OCG Forbidden & Limited lists tracked here, Defensive Tactics is Unlimited.
YGOPRODeck lists Defensive Tactics for these formats: Edison, TCG, OCG, Master Duel.
Defensive Tactics belongs to the Gladiator Beast archetype—use that tag when searching for engine pieces and tech options.
A listed print of Defensive Tactics appears in Gladiator's Assault (GLAS-EN083) at Super Rare rarity.
Among markets shown on this page, the lowest listed snapshot for Defensive Tactics is about $0.23 on TCGPlayer (prices change frequently).
