Slave of Bolas

Description

Released in 2017 as part of the Archenemy: Nicol Bolas expansion, Slave of Bolas is a multi-colored Uncommon Sorcery designated as card number 86 in the set. This card is part of the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, specifically designed to enhance the archenemy experience. The card's mana cost of {3}{U/R}{B} and mana value of 5 reflect its powerful effect, requiring a combination of blue, red, and black mana to cast. As a Sorcery, Slave of Bolas provides a temporary but significant advantage by allowing the player to gain control of a target creature. The card's effect includes untapping the creature and granting it haste until the end of the turn, enabling immediate action. However, the creature must be sacrificed at the beginning of the next end step, adding a strategic trade-off to its power. This mechanic encourages careful planning and timing, making it a compelling addition to any deck that can support its color identity. The card's flavor text hints at the dark nature of its namesake, Nicol Bolas, emphasizing the theme of domination and servitude central to the Archenemy: Nicol Bolas set. Artwork by Steve Argyle brings the card to life, though the visual details are left to the imagination of the collector. For TCG enthusiasts, Slave of Bolas represents a unique piece of Magic: The Gathering history, offering both gameplay depth and thematic richness. Its presence in the Archenemy: Nicol Bolas expansion makes it a sought-after card for those looking to complete their set or explore the strategic possibilities of multi-colored Sorceries.