The Brainbite trading card from the 2009 Magic: The Gathering Alara Reborn set. This common sorcery features a powerful dual-effect mechanic for disruption and advantage.
2009 • Magic: The Gathering • Alara Reborn
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The Brainbite card from the 2009 Magic: The Gathering Alara Reborn expansion serves as a compelling option for players seeking hand disruption. Carrying the card number 18 and the set code ARB, this common sorcery is distinguished by its dual-colored mana cost of two generic, one blue, and one black. The card’s utility lies in its ability to force an opponent to reveal their hand, allowing you to choose a card for them to discard, followed by the caster drawing a new card. This combination of forced discard and card advantage makes it a strategic tool in formats where hand control is vital. Crafted by artist Mark Hyzer, the card is part of a set that explores the five shards of the plane of Alara, offering a blend of mechanical depth and thematic flavor. Brainbite stands out as a functional and accessible piece of this era, appealing to both competitive deck builders and those who enjoy the strategic nuances of the game. Its straightforward yet effective rules text provides a classic example of the design philosophy present in the Alara Reborn release.
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Featured
Brainbite
Game
Magic: The Gathering
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Common
Mark Hyzer
Card Stock
English
{2}{U}{B}
Sorcery
B, U
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Target opponent reveals their hand. You choose a card from it. That player discards that card. Draw a card.
An Esper mage will leave a hole in your memory with surgical precision. A Grixis mage sees no reason to be so kind.
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