Scareclaw Alternative 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, Scareclaw Alternative is Unlimited.
YGOPRODeck lists Scareclaw Alternative for these formats: Common Charity, TCG, OCG, Master Duel.
Scareclaw Alternative belongs to the Scareclaw archetype—use that tag when searching for engine pieces and tech options.
A listed print of Scareclaw Alternative appears in 25th Anniversary Tin: Dueling Heroes Mega Pack (MP23-EN105) at Common rarity.
Among markets shown on this page, the lowest listed snapshot for Scareclaw Alternative is about $0.04 on Cardmarket (prices change frequently).
